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Cats may protect owners from heart attack

October 03, 2008
Having a cat in your home may reduce your risk of having a heart attack by as much as one-third, new research suggests. The finding comes from a 10-year study of more than 4,300 Americans and suggests that having a pet provides heart-healthy stress relief. Though dog owners weren't found to have the same heart protection, researchers say that's probably because there weren't enough dog owners in the study group to draw a firm conclusion. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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Question of the Week: What Type of Relaxation Methods Do You Use?
By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...lives.   Amy mentions several different types of stress relief, such as deep breathing and... Read more »

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How About National Stress Øut Season?
By Jerilyn Ross, M.A., L.I.C.S.W. , Health Expert

...overworked, under-rested students with some pre-finals stress relief, as well as information... Read more »

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Challenging Economic Times
By beth irvine , Health Expert

About a week and a half ago- large banking institutions (our most trusted names in the financial... Read more »

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In Search of Wellness
By Beth Brophy , Health Expert

...sleep problems, I’ll take the prescription. As for stress relief, I’ve been a journalist for... Read more »

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Dealing with the Stress of Osteoporosis
By Pam Flores , Health Expert

...ways to formulate a safe weight bearing routine, for stress relief and bone health, is to... Read more »

Health Guide

Peptic Ulcers: Lifestyle Changes
...gastric) ulcers in men. In this study, exercise appeared to have no effect on ulcer development in women.Stress ReliefStress relief programs have not been shown to promote ulcer healing, but they... Read more »
Stay Active During the Holidays with These Heart Health Tips
With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, the tempting treats and party food, and the general disruption to our normal routine, many people feel that weight gain is inevitable for them over the... Read more »
Yoga: A Natural Prescription
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Stress: Complications
In prehistoric times, the physical changes in response to stress were an essential adaptation for meeting natural threats. Even in the modern world, the stress response can be an asset... Read more »
Stress: Lifestyle Changes
A healthy lifestyle is an essential companion to any stress-reduction program. General health and stress resistance can be enhanced by regular exercise, a diet rich in a variety of... Read more »

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