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.
Vertical farming is bringing local produce to California’s densest cities
We’ve written extensively about vertical farming as a solution to make fresh food more sustainable, efficient, and localized. Now, sustainable agriculture company Plenty is hoping to expand the reach of vertical farming in California with two new sites in San Francisco and Compton. At their Read More...
Study links mushroom consumption to lowered risk of cancer
We at The Optimist Daily are no stranger to the power of mushrooms. These versatile fungi can be used to make sustainable clothing, treat depression, and even build decomposable coffins. Now, a new study from Penn State College of Medicine indicates that mushroom consumption could help protect Read More...
These 18 foods are surprisingly freezer friendly
For the good of our wallets and the planet, we’re all trying to reduce our personal food waste. Freezing food is one of the best ways to preserve it for later use and prevent it from spoiling. The good news is there are a lot of freezable items you might not even know about. Today we share 18 Read More...
Moringa: The benefits of this little known superfood
If you’ve never heard of moringa, you’re not alone. This under the radar superfood is not commonly sold at grocery stores, but it has many health benefits that will make you want to add it to your daily diet. Today we share a few of those from our friends over at the Food Revolution Read More...
Bad breath might be worth it: The heart health benefits of garlic
Though it may get a bad rap for causing unpleasant breath, garlic represents a basic building block of flavor that should be present in any kitchen. Its benefits, however, go beyond giving dishes a spicy personality — it is also one of the most underrated heart-healthy foods. As explained by Read More...
5 Ways to maintain an eco-friendly kitchen
The choices we make in the kitchen have a huge impact on the environment. Luckily, the eco-conscious movement is catching on and more people are prioritizing “going green” in their homes. Here are five tips to go green in your own kitchen. Recycle. Most people already have a good idea of why Read More...
Rediscovered coffee species could protect humanity’s love of caffeine
Like everything else related to agriculture, the coffee industry is facing serious challenges as a result of climate change. A recently rediscovered coffee species, however, may help safeguard humanity’s relationship with caffeine, as it is just as tasty as high-end Arabica and more resilient to Read More...
The Optimist View: Healthy Kitchens Week
“Everything happens in the kitchen. Life happens in the kitchen.” – Andrew Zimmern The kitchen is said to be the heart of the home. That’s where we gather with our families or friends to break bread, get nourishment, find connection. To celebrate Earth Day, which really has grown to Read More...
6 Creative recipes to put your food scraps to good use
Last year, scientists from Pennsylvania State University released a report revealing that the average US household wastes about 31 percent of the food it buys — that’s one in three bites ending up in the bin. And while the best way to prevent waste is to stop buying more food than you need, Read More...
Healthy Kitchens Thought Leader: Food Activist Chef Ahki
Adopting new healthy habits that stick isn’t always easy, but having some inspirational leadership for guidance sure does help. Today we’re highlighting one of our favorite Healthy Kitchens voices: Chef Ahki. Sepsenahki, or "Chef Ahki," is on a mission to inspire everyone, but especially Read More...