The Benefits of Cats for Heart Health Explained

Interaction with cats is beneficial for heart health, stated cardiologist Mariano Napoli. His words are reported by the publication 20minutos.

As Napoli explained, interaction with cats reduces stress levels, normalizes blood pressure and heart rate. All these effects are cardioprotective, meaning they have a positive impact on the cardiovascular system as a whole, the doctor added.

Scientists from the University of Minnesota reached a similar conclusion in their research. They found that cat owners have a lower risk of having a heart attack. Moreover, these pets reduce the owners' risk of death in the event of a heart attack.