An unusual way to reduce blood pressure and anxiety without drugs has been found

Adults and children love to watch videos with cute and funny animals – kittens, puppies and many others. Current research by scientists confirms that it is not only pleasing to the eye, but also good for health.

An experiment conducted by specialists from the University of Leeds (Great Britain) proved that watching videos with animals helps to lower blood pressure and anxiety level. Participants in the study viewed images and videos of puppies, kittens and baby gorillas. Then they measured blood pressure and assessed the level of anxiety according to special questionnaires.

After finishing the review, anxiety decreased by an average of 35%, and blood pressure returned to normal. The authors of the study emphasized that they themselves would like to take part in it, because watching kittens and puppies is always pleasant. The participants of the experiment liked the videos where animals interact with people the most.