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Why Cats Are Anabolic (Unironically)
Introduction
People obsess over peptides and other softmax products but completely overlook one of the most effective modifiers of human physiology:
Cats.
I’m not saying cats build muscle directly.
I’m saying they shift your environment in a way that favors recovery, growth, and consistency, which is what actually matters long term.
This is basic biology, not cope.
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The Science
1. Cortisol
Chronic stress elevates cortisol.
High cortisol is terrible for looks:
- worse skin quality
- more inflammation
- impaired tissue repair
- poor sleep
Petting a cat lowers cortisol and pushes the nervous system into parasympathetic mode.
Lower cortisol = less systemic strain, better recovery, better appearance.
People underestimate how much stress shows in the face.
2. Oxytocin
Cats increase oxytocin through bonding and physical interaction.
Oxytocin is involved in:
- bone remodeling
- connective tissue repair
- nervous system stability
A calmer, regulated nervous system supports proper recovery and development over time.
3. Sleep
Cats force rest.
They nap, slow you down, and make late night overstimulation less likely.
Sleep is where tissue repair happens.
If your sleep is bad, your looks pay for it.
Cats mog most skincare routines just by fixing your sleep.
4. Social
This part is not obvious to some people.
Having a cat:
- Signals empathy
- Signals emotional stability
- Signals responsibility
Multiple studies show women rate men with pets as more attractive and trustworthy.
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Conclusion
Cats don’t inject growth factors.
They don’t change your DNA.
They do lower stress, improve sleep, stabilize your nervous system, and subtly improve how others perceive you.
Introduction
People obsess over peptides and other softmax products but completely overlook one of the most effective modifiers of human physiology:
Cats.
I’m not saying cats build muscle directly.
I’m saying they shift your environment in a way that favors recovery, growth, and consistency, which is what actually matters long term.
This is basic biology, not cope.
---
The Science
1. Cortisol
Chronic stress elevates cortisol.
High cortisol is terrible for looks:
- worse skin quality
- more inflammation
- impaired tissue repair
- poor sleep
Petting a cat lowers cortisol and pushes the nervous system into parasympathetic mode.
Lower cortisol = less systemic strain, better recovery, better appearance.
People underestimate how much stress shows in the face.
2. Oxytocin
Cats increase oxytocin through bonding and physical interaction.
Oxytocin is involved in:
- bone remodeling
- connective tissue repair
- nervous system stability
A calmer, regulated nervous system supports proper recovery and development over time.
3. Sleep
Cats force rest.
They nap, slow you down, and make late night overstimulation less likely.
Sleep is where tissue repair happens.
If your sleep is bad, your looks pay for it.
Cats mog most skincare routines just by fixing your sleep.
4. Social
This part is not obvious to some people.
Having a cat:
- Signals empathy
- Signals emotional stability
- Signals responsibility
Multiple studies show women rate men with pets as more attractive and trustworthy.
---
Conclusion
Cats don’t inject growth factors.
They don’t change your DNA.
They do lower stress, improve sleep, stabilize your nervous system, and subtly improve how others perceive you.
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