Here are 10 fascinating animals known for their incredible healing abilities:

1.        Dogs

Dogs are widely loved as "man’s best friend," but their therapeutic powers go far beyond companionship. Studies reveal that interactions with dogs can reduce stress hormone levels while increasing bonding hormones like oxytocin. Therapy dogs are frequently used in hospitals and disaster zones, offering emotional support and comfort, especially to those dealing with PTSD.

2.        Horses

Equine-assisted therapy (EAT) has gained popularity for helping people with trauma, autism, and mental health issues. Horses are incredibly perceptive and can sense human emotions, enabling them to assist in building trust and empathy. Interactions such as grooming or riding horses are beneficial for boosting confidence and emotional regulation.

3.        Dolphins

Often seen as symbols of joy, dolphins also have healing powers. Dolphin-assisted therapy (DAT) is used to help treat autism, depression, and physical disabilities. The playful nature of dolphins and their interactions with humans have been shown to aid in emotional and physical healing.

4.        Cats

Cats possess an amazing ability to calm humans, and their purring does more than relax—they promote physical healing. The frequency of a cat’s purr (25-150 Hz) has been shown to aid in bone regeneration, reduce inflammation, and alleviate respiratory issues. Their soothing purrs might be nature’s answer to healing.

5.        Bees

Bees are not only essential for pollination but also offer natural remedies that have been used for centuries. Honey is a natural antiseptic, and bee venom is being explored for its potential to treat ailments like arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Bee venom therapy, or apitherapy, is currently being studied for its ability to fight cancer and inflammation.

6.        Elephants

Elephants are known for their self-healing practices. They often seek out specific plants with medicinal properties when injured or ill. For instance, pregnant elephants have been seen consuming leaves that help induce labor. Their remarkable ability to self-medicate has become a subject of study in zoo pharmacognosy.

7.        Axolotls

The axolotl, a unique amphibian native to Mexico, can regenerate limbs, spinal cords, and even parts of its heart and brain. Scientists are studying axolotls for insights into regenerative medicine, hoping to unlock the secrets of tissue and organ regeneration that could one day be applied to human healing.

8.        Snakes

Although snake venom is often feared, it is also a source of life-saving medicines. Certain venom components have been used to create drugs for high blood pressure, blood clots, and cancer. For example, compounds from pit viper venom have led to the development of ACE inhibitors, a medication for high blood pressure.

9.        Sea Stars

Sea stars (starfish) are incredible creatures capable of regrowing lost limbs, and in some cases, even their entire bodies. This regenerative ability is inspiring research into human tissue regeneration, with scientists looking to understand how sea stars’ cellular mechanisms can lead to breakthroughs in medical science.

10.      Orangutans

Orangutans have been observed using plants to treat injuries, demonstrating their knowledge of natural remedies. In Borneo, these intelligent primates chew leaves into a paste and apply them to wounds. This behavior has provided the first scientific evidence of self-medication in orangutans.

The animal kingdom is filled with extraordinary creatures whose healing abilities not only amaze us but also continue to inspire advancements in medical science

Opening batter Babar Azam made a significant jump in the latest ICC T20I and Test rankings as he sits now in sixth place surpassing captain Muhammad Rizwan.

Skipper Rizwan and left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi experienced major declines. In the latest rankings, India’s Jasprit Bumrah continues to lead the Test bowler rankings, followed by South Africa s Kagiso Rabada and Australia s Josh Hazlewood.

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Babar Azam moves up in ICC T20I and Test batter rankings: A major career milestone!

(Web Desk) Opening batter Babar Azam made a significant jump in the latest ICC T20I and Test rankings as he sits now in sixth place surpassing captain Muhammad Rizwan.

Skipper Rizwan and left-arm pacer Shaheen Afridi experienced major declines.

In the latest rankings, India’s Jasprit Bumrah continues to lead the Test bowler rankings, followed by South Africa s Kagiso Rabada and Australia s Josh Hazlewood.

Australia s Travis Head remains the top-ranked T20I batter with 855 rating points, followed by England’s Phil Salt in second and India’s Tilak Varma in third.

In the bowling rankings, Shaheen Afridi drops one spot to 21st with 599 rating points, while Haris Rauf falls three places to 26th with 573 rating points. Young pacer Abbas Afridi rises two places to 41st with 526 rating points. Shadab Khan also sees a significant decline, dropping six positions to 71st with 444 rating points.

In the T20I bowling rankings, West Indies  Akeal Hosein has replaced England s Adil Rashid as the number-one bowler. Rashid now sits second, while Sri Lanka’s Wanindu Hasaranga holds the third spot.

Turning to the ICC ODI rankings, both Saim Ayub and Abdullah Shafique saw their positions drop. Despite scoring a century against South Africa in the first ODI, Saim slipped one spot to 80th with 470 points. Abdullah Shafique, struggling with the bat, dropped to 77th with 472 points.

On the other hand, Fakhar Zaman (16th), Imam-ul-Haq (18th), and Mohammad Rizwan (24th) maintained their rankings. Babar Azam remains the number-one ODI batter, with India s Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill in second and third place, respectively.

In the ODI bowling rankings, Haris Rauf stayed in 15th place, while Mohammad Wasim Jr. is ranked 52nd, Naseem Shah is 61st, and Mohammad Nawaz is 67th.

In the Test batting rankings, Babar Azam moved up one spot to 17th with 670 rating points. Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Rizwan retained their positions at 19th and 20th, respectively.