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.
Ancient conch blowing practice shows promise for easing sleep apnea symptoms
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM An ancient breathing practice involving conch shells could help ease the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition affecting millions in the UK, new research suggests. Known as conch blowing or shankh blowing, the ritual involves a deep Read More...
How to build a one-minute daily health check-in that actually sticks
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Life often runs at full speed, and our own well-being can get lost in the shuffle. A daily check-in, even one that takes just a minute, creates a pause to reconnect with yourself. Think of it as a daily reset button that will help you notice how you feel, Read More...
Why spending time in nature boosts brain health, according to a neuroscientist
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve ever stepped outside for a walk and returned feeling calmer, clearer, or more like yourself, you’re not imagining things. Nature has a real, measurable effect on your brain, and a growing field of research is revealing just how powerful that Read More...
3 minutes a day: how everyday movement could cut your heart disease risk in half
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When it comes to heart health, every step truly counts, literally. New research suggests that just three minutes a day of moderate to vigorous movement during your daily routine can significantly lower your risk of heart disease. Scientists from the Read More...
6 easy ways to stay healthy while flying, according to doctors
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Crowded cabins, dry air, and high-touch surfaces. Does this sound familiar? According to infectious disease specialist Dr. Anthony Ognjan, airplanes make excellent “carriers of the common cold.” And that’s not just alarmist talk. As Dr. Kathleen Mueller Read More...
Loose-leaf vs. tea bags: which brew is best for your routine?
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you ask a seasoned herbalist for a tea recommendation, chances are they won’t hand you a supermarket tea bag. While tea bags are convenient and widely available, many herbalists prefer loose-leaf tea. So the question remains: what is it truly better? Read More...
6 sneaky everyday habits that are secretly hurting your back (and how to fix them)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It might not be the flashiest part of your body, but your spine deserves a standing ovation. It keeps you upright, helps you move, bend, and twist, and holds up everything from your head to your hips. Yet, for many of us, our back health ends up quietly Read More...
How to protect your body from summer travel aches, according to a physical therapist
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Whether you're jetting off for a European getaway or packing up the car for a summer road trip, travel can take a real toll on your body. From stiff necks to swollen ankles and tight hips, those aches and pains you feel after a long journey aren’t a Read More...
Too hot to handle? How to exercise safely when the temperature rises
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Summer sun often feels like an open invitation to move your body outdoors. And actually, many people prefer it that way. According to a OnePoll survey for the fitness app Verv, 75 percent of men and over half of women said they’d rather exercise outside. Read More...
Sweet solutions: 8 delightful ways to use honey for glowing skin and shiny hair
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM There’s a reason honey has stood the test of time in beauty rituals. From ancient queens like Cleopatra to modern-day DIY skincare enthusiasts, this sweet elixir has been celebrated for its soothing, healing, and glow-giving powers. Raw or unpasteurized Read More...