Research finds a new connection between dogs and healthRisk of death was 33% lower among dog owners, cardiovascular deaths were lower by 36%, and the risk of heart attack was 11% lower. 11 июн. 2018 г.
Do dogs reduce heart disease?
The American Heart Association says that owning a pet is associated with reducing your risk of heart disease and, helps lowering unhealthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels. A pet can even help you to survive a heart attack, should you experience one.
Why do dog owners have healthier hearts?
Researchers found that compared with people who had no pets, dog owners tended to have fewer risk factors for heart disease: They got more exercise, and had healthier diets and lower blood sugar levels. Even compared with other pet owners, they were doing better with diet and exercise.
Do dogs help cardiovascular health?
A study has found having a dog can help improve cardiovascular outcomes, especially for heart attack and stroke survivors living alone.
Does petting a dog lower heart rate?
Results revealed that (a) subjects' BP levels were lowest during dog petting, higher while talking to the dog, and highest while talking to the experimenter and (b) subjects' heart rates were lower while talking or touching the dog and higher while both touching and talking to the dog.
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