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Don’t toss your overripe fruit! 4 ways to put it to good use
Although we can easily compost overripe fruit, in the name of creating zero-waste habits, it’s a good practice to attempt to put everything you can to use before discarding it, even squishy soft plums and mushy peaches. Here are four ways you can make the most of the overripe fruit sitting in Read More...
7 Ways to boost your oral hygiene game
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve read our Optimist View on laughter, then you know that laughing and smiling have a myriad of health benefits both mentally and physically. However, people are more likely to smile freely and widely if they’re confident in their oral hygiene. Read More...
Nightclub in Glasgow will harness energy from dancers
The annual COP26 climate conference took place in Glasgow in 2021 from October 31st, where a number of creative environmental initiatives are discussed as the spotlight shines on the city. One of the initiatives unveiled involved the legendary Glasgow club SWG3, which trialled an innovative scheme Read More...
Manchester City is the first to offer soccer fans edible coffee cups
Soccer fans rejoice! In many cases, fans have returned to the stands after months and months of empty stadiums. However, returning fans aren’t just thirsty for the thrill of watching their favorite team play in the flesh—they’ll be thirsty for whatever the concession stands have to offer, Read More...
A holistic psychologist’s 4 foods to fight depression
A growing body of research is linking diet and mental health, indicating that food choices could be a factor in anxiety, depression, and other issues. A 2017 study was one of the first to demonstrate that a Mediterranean diet yields lower depression ratings and further follow-up research have Read More...
Grief part II: What to say to someone who is grieving
Being there for someone who is grieving can be intimidating and overwhelming. This is true for those who have not experienced deep loss before, as they may feel like they cannot relate and so will surely say the wrong thing, and for those who know what it’s like to lose someone they care for Read More...
This power-free sewer treatment plant was inspired by cow stomachs
80 percent of the world’s sewage is dumped untreated into the natural environment. This is a huge health and environmental crisis, but traditional sewage treatment plants are costly and energy intensive, making them difficult to implement in many regions. The sewage contamination issue is Read More...
Study: Ejaculation and prostate health strongly linked
Attention all men! Researchers at Harvard University say that if you’re not ejaculating at least 21 times a month, then you’re not properly tending to your health. That’s right, according to a study that was published in the journal European Urology, men who ejaculate more frequently Read More...
5 tips for better sleep from Olympians
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM We all know that sleep is vital for our health and wellbeing, and athletes are especially in tune with the critical nature of a good night's rest. The Olympics have now ended, but in the spirit of health and athletic performance, we're sharing five tips from Read More...
7 creative ways to use rosemary outside of cooking
The pleasant woody aroma of rosemary often brings thoughts of roast dinners to our minds, however, this Mediterranean herb also has many uses outside of cooking. Here are seven surprising ways to put your rosemary to use. DIY Rosemary essential oil Rosemary essential oil can be used to add Read More...