Live Longer with a Cat!
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One common myth has it that cats have nine lives. While this may not be true, scientific studies show that having a cat as a pet can actually extend our own lives by many years. How exactly could this be possible?
First of all, cats are a source of laughter. When your cat is pouncing on a light that you are shining on the wall or leaping from the sofa and doing a one-eighty in the air, chances are you are rolling on the floor laughing. And you know what they say: laughter is the best medicine. Laughter boosts your body’s immune system by increasing your white blood cell count.
Secondly, cats are known stress-relievers. The company and affection that a cat provides has measurable effects on the human body. Petting and cuddling your cat can actually reduce cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone.” So it seems that your cat is not the only one who is benefiting from that back scratch!
Lastly, one study of 1000-plus senior citizens showed that elderly people with cats were more active, and of course being more active leads to better health. Besides the daily chores relative to caring for a pet, chasing Kitty around the house is great exercise! Now you may be wondering, “Just how much longer can I live if I have a cat?” Well, the answer isn’t so clear yet, but one 20-year study indicated that people who didn’t own cats were 40% more likely to die from heart attacks. Apparently, rather than an apple a day, spending some time with a cat keeps the doctor away!
中文翻譯
與貓長壽!
常見的迷思說貓有九條命。這不一定是真的,
首先,貓咪是笑聲的來源。 第二,貓咪是有名的舒壓劑。 最後,有一項研究調查了1000以上的高齡人士顯示出養貓的老人 你也許會想知道:「如果我養貓,那我可以活多久?」好吧!
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2016年3月4日 星期五
Live Longer with a Cat!
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