New research has shown that cats have a positive effect on human physical health.
Many have heard about the positive effects of cats on mental health, but animals can reduce the risk of heart disease.
How cats affect the health of the owner
Cats often cheer people up with their purrs or games.
In addition to a good mood, furry friends benefit human health.
According to scientists, cat owners have a reduced risk of stroke and heart attack.
A group of researchers found that people who kept cats at home had one similarity6 they did not suffer from problems and diseases of the cardiovascular system.
This effect was explained by the reduction of stress through communication with cats.
After all, one of the main causes of heart problems is a high level of stress.
Cats have a relaxing and calming effect on humans.
Moreover, cats have a beneficial effect on human health even when there are already some problems.
A similar effect was not found in dog owners during the study.
However, scientists attributed this to the fact that puppies can vary greatly among themselves.
Thus, cats significantly reduce the level of stress in humans and thus protect against heart problems.
