09/21/2024
🤗 Science Based Reasons to Hug a Llama 🤗
🦙 Reduces Stress and Anxiety!
-Research shows that just being in the presence of llamas can cause our brains to release oxytocin (feel-good hormone), which in turn lowers cortisol (stress hormone).
🦙 Lowers Heart Rate and Blood Pressure!
-Studies show that interacting with therapeutic animals, such as llamas physiologically lowers HR&BP, due to their calm presence that encourages relaxation.
🦙 Boosts Your Mood!
-Along with the physiological aspects, psychological studies show that interacting with llamas promotes mindfulness, and their peaceful demeanor is contagious.
🦙 Sensory Therapy!
-Studies show that feeling the soft fleece of a llama has been known to have a profound effect on the nervous system. It provides a sensory stimulation that can help regulate emotions and reduce anxiety, especially for those that deal with sensory overload, PTSD, or high-stress levels.
