DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF by Maryanne Kane, Journalist
DAILY INNOVATION BRIEF
By Journalists Edward Kane & Maryanne Kane
NEW SCIENCE: DOG OWNERSHIP PROTECTS YOU FROM EARLY DEATH
Source: Winnie & Brewster Kane
- There are many benefits from owning a dog, but this one is truly profound. Scientists from New York's Mount Sinai University and Sweden's Uppsala University have found that owning a dog cuts your risk of dying young by 24%. They have found that owning a dog is "protective against dying of any cause". Here are some key facts:
- Their research is massive, involving 70 years' worth of research study data on 4 million people in the US, UK, Canada, Scandanavia, Australia & New Zealand
- Dog ownership cut the risk of dying young by 24%
- It's even more compelling for people who've had a heart attack or stroke
- It cuts their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by 31%
- The biggest beneficiaries of dog ownership are those who live alone, according to the research
- The benefits of having a dog, like my Win, are many, including:
1. Companionship and fun
2. Daily walking exercise
3. Lower blood pressure and cholesterol
4. Reduced anxiety and depression
4. Reduced anxiety and depression
- A number of cardiologists believe so strongly in dog ownership, they actually prescribe dog ownership for some patients
- Of course, my brother Ed says they don't know his 2-year-old Brewster who chases rabbits, squirrels, tries to swallow bumble bees and once chased him down a country road until he saw him in the rear-view mirror and stopped to get him...not exactly anxiety reducing. On the other hand, my Win is a perfect lady, who does no wrong!
COMMON GREEN VEGGIE COULD BE KEY TO HEALTHY HEART, IMMUNE SYSTEM & REDUCING OBESITY
- Penn State University scientists have found that a common, green veggie is particularly good for your health. Here's what we know:
- The green veggie is broccoli. Here are some benefits:
- Maintains a healthy gut
- Lessens inflammation
- Helps immune system
- Could lower risk of depression & anxiety as an unhealthy gut can lead to mood problems
- Reduces risk of inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis
- In addition to broccoli, strong evidence suggests cabbage and Brussel Sprouts are thought to be good for your health
- Sounds like we can ride cruciferous veggies to better health.
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