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I realised through the various lockdowns that we have had over the last year that our cocker spaniel was so good for our family. We have had Quinn for a few years now and he creates a sense of calm.
I have been thinking about what is it in particular that makes us all feel calmer when Quinn is around?
Dogs and Natural Health Benefits: 6 Ways They Improve Your Well-being
1. Reduced stress levels and reduced blood pressure levels
Research shows that by petting a dog, our cortisol stress levels reduce. This calming interaction also lowers blood pressure. This in turn contributes to a healthy heart.
2. Better physical activity levels
Owning a dog encourages daily exercise, as regular walks become part of your routine. A Japanese study found that dog walkers generally did more physical activity compared non-dog owners, supporting better overall fitness.
3. Longer lifespan
A Swedish study, compared dog owners to the dogless over a period of 12 years. The study found that people with dogs were less likely to die of cardiovascular disease. Other factors such as age, body mass, and socioeconomic status were taken into consideration.
4. Beneficial for depression
As dogs are great at encouraging owners to get exercise, this can be beneficial for those suffering from depression.
Depression may be linked to loneliness and evidence shows that owning a dog makes us feel less lonely, providing emotional comfort and companionship.
5. Helps with anxiety
Walking a dog can help people who experience anxiety. This is because exercise and keeping active are important ways to help combat anxious thoughts.
Dogs can also have calming effects on their owner. Just by stroking, or playing with their dog, the mind will start to relax. This helps with anxiety and gives a sense of peace.
6. Increased social engagement
People with dogs are more socially engaged with other people.
A study shows dogs can help create human-to-human friendships and social support, both of which are good for long-term health. Many dog walkers routinely meet neighbours, other dog walkers, or strangers on their rambles.
From Dog Love to Natural Remedies: A Path to Wellness
As well as all these benefits, caring for a dog gives your day purpose and reward, and a sense of achievement. It also helps you feel valuable and needed.
The incredible bond between dogs and humans showcases how natural approaches to health can improve our lives.
Just as dogs bring physical activity, emotional comfort, and social connection into our daily routines, homeopathy offers gentle, natural solutions to support our overall well-being.
By integrating these holistic practices, you can unlock a more balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. To learn how homeopathy can complement the health benefits of dog ownership and discover more tips for natural wellness, download my free eBook, "Natural Health and Homeopathy: A Guide to Holistic Wellness".
Is homeopathy for you?
Homeopathy is used all over the world for so many health issues. Whether you have a big health issue that is stopping you from getting on with your life, or niggly health 'annoyances', feel free to contact me if you think I may be able to help.
Next steps
If you would like to speak to me about how homeopathy may help with your health issues I offer a free 30 minute discovery call. During this call, we talk about you, your symptoms, and how they are affecting you. I will ask you some questions to see if homeopathy may be beneficial to you.
I am always happy to hear from you.
Naziana x
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