Top Health Benefits
of Having a Cat According to Igor Purlantov
Cats have been domesticated and living around humans for
more than 10,000 years says animal rights advocate Igor Purlantov. Although cats have long been valued for their
companionship and ability to hunt household pests, Igor Purlantov believes that
many people may be surprised to know that there are numerous health benefits
associated with having a cat in a household.
According to Igor Purlantov, the following health benefits
have been studied and confirmed by researchers and health care professionals
around the world who understand the benefits of having the most popular pet in
the world, a cat, at home.
Asthma and Allergy
Prevention in Children
Studies have shown that early and regular contact with cats
can help children avoid developing a number of respiratory problems including
asthma. There is also evidence that
living with a cat can also help prevent allergies in children says Igor
Purlantov.
Lower Risk of
Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Attack
Studies have shown that having cat can make people less
likely to die of cardiovascular disease.
According to Igor Purlantov one study even found that those without cats
were between 30-40% more likely to die of cardiovascular disease than cat
owners. Studies have also shown that people can reduce their chances of a heart attack by having a cat and there is a also reduced chance that someone will die
suddenly due to a heart attack if they have a cat.
Improved Immune
System
Having a cat has been shown to boost the immune system and
also improve how it functions says Igor Purlantov. It is believed that cats often have a very
good sense of when a person is ill and are great at providing comfort to help a
person feel better.
Lower Blood Pressure
According to one study, people with cats are more likely to
have lower blood pressure that those without cats. It is believed that just petting a cat and
enjoying their company can help calm a person and lower their blood pressure
according to Igor Purlantov.
Lower Cholesterol and
Lower Triglycerides
People with cats have been shown to have lower cholesterol
than those without. One study even
showed that having a cat was actually more effective at lowering cholesterol than taking certain
medications. Studies have also shown
that having a cat can lower your triglycerides, something that is usually only
achieved by exercising and eating fewer carbohydrates and processed foods.
Reduced Stress and Anxiety
and Risk of Stroke
It has been repeatedly shown that having a cat can help reduce
stress as well as provide many other psychological benefits says Igor Purlantov. Having a cat can also reduce anxiety as
simply petting a cat has been shown to be soothing and calming. Also, caring for a cat can help someone take
their mind off their own worries especially as they enjoy the unconditional
love a cat provides. Having a cat
can also reduce the risk of a stroke as one study found that people with cats cut
their risk of stroke by one third according to Igor Purlantov.
Improved Mood and
Reduced Depression
Simply interacting with a cat can improve a person’s mood
and help make them feel better in general.
Also, having a cat can help
relieve depression since being around a cat helps take someone’s mind off their
problems and allows them to focus on something else including the unconditional
love a cat offers.
Help with Autism
There have been several studies where cats have been
instrumental in therapy for autistic children says Igor Purlantov. Cats have also been shown to help children
with other developmental disorders, especially cases where the child has
difficulty with social interactions and communication.
Reduced Loneliness
Having a cat at home has been shown to help people that are
feeling lonely, including those who are single or widowed. Having a cat provides a connection and allows
for someone feeling lonely to be able to spend time with another living being.
Fewer Doctor Visits
and a Longer Life
It has been shown that people with cats make fewer visits to
the doctor and to hospitals in general. Studies
have also shown that when nursing homes allowed cats as part of their therapy,
they had lower medication costs than other facilities without cats.
These studies all confirm that there are clearly numerous health
benefits associated with having a cat that can lead to a longer life says Igor
Purlantov. At the end of the day, people
should go out and adopt a cat from a local animal shelter, it may be the best
thing that has ever happened to them and their new cat companion.
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