Nutrition & Wellness
From learning about the health benefits of turmeric to staying up-to-date with the latest superfood trends, discover the best diet tips to improve your health.
9 dentist-approved foods that help fight cavities naturally
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Brushing and flossing may be the MVPs of oral hygiene, but they are not the only players on the team. What lands on your plate matters, too. Certain foods can actively support your teeth and gums by strengthening enamel, reducing inflammation, and even Read More...
10 brain-boosting hobbies for older adults that help keep the brain and body young
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Many people yearn for the golden years of retirement, where the grind often slows down, and we have more free time. But how we spend that time can make a big difference in how we age. Science continues to show that our lifestyle choices in midlife and beyond Read More...
Is one glass of juice a day good for you? Here’s what the science says
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Juice can feel like a wellness wildcard. It’s sweet, colorful, and sits in that tricky middle space between “basically fruit salad” and “sugar in a glass.” But if you’re pouring yourself one small glass a day, is that actually a healthy Read More...
Most cancer cases are preventable: the 2 lifestyle habits largely to blame
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Cancer often feels like a disease beyond our control, but according to new global research, that isn’t always the case. A significant number of cancer diagnoses could be prevented simply by reducing two common lifestyle habits. A comprehensive analysis Read More...
House burping explained: the surprisingly simple habit that could make your home healthier
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve seen people dramatically flinging open their windows on social media lately, declaring it’s time to “burp the house,” you’re not alone. The name may be playful, but the idea behind the trend (basically flushing stale indoor air with fresh Read More...
Where fitness meets kindness: GoodGym is getting people moving and giving back
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL On a chilly, damp evening in south London, a group of runners is doing something a little different. There are no weight racks, treadmills, or gym mirrors in sight. Instead, on a rooftop garden tucked above a concrete car park, they’re shoveling compost, Read More...
Boost serotonin levels to lower stress and improve your mood, naturally!
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Keeping up the pace in this hectic world is hard, so it's no wonder we often find ourselves feeling stressed and down. Serotonin, a key neurotransmitter in the brain, is important for mood control and has considerable sway over how we're feeling. Combining Read More...
What does being sober curious even mean? Here’s how to explore your relationship with alcohol
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Let’s face it: in many social circles, alcohol is the default. We drink to celebrate, to unwind, to meet new people, to mark life’s big (and not-so-big) milestones. Birthdays? Champagne. Breakups? Wine night. Your coworker’s dog’s half-birthday? Sure, Read More...
Only have 10 minutes? This quick burst of exercise may cut your cancer risk
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM We already know working out is good for your heart, your waistline, and your mental state. But it turns out it might also give your cells a leg up in the fight against cancer. And no, we’re not talking about hours at the gym or grueling boot Read More...
Goodbye pain pills? How a stem cell “sponge” might switch off chronic pain at the source
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Imagine a future where chronic pain is eased not by pills, but by tiny, lab-grown neurons that intercept pain signals before they ever reach your brain. Scientists are inching closer to that vision with an experimental new therapy nicknamed the “pain Read More...