Health
Finding good health news amidst a pandemic can be quite daunting. That’s not the case with The Optimist Daily, where positive news is in high supply. Our Health section covers the latest good news from the health sector, featuring solutions ranging from mental and physical health to immunity, nutrition, and cutting edge medical research.
Research: For children with autism, a cat can be the perfect companion
Cats can be loving and playful companions for anyone, but for children with autism, a new study suggests a cat can reduce separation anxiety and increase empathy. Researchers from the University of Missouri studied children with autism aged 6 to 14 after they adopted a cat into their family with Read More...
Karbon could be Canada’s first carbon negative brewery
Traditional beer brewing uses lots of water and energy. We have shared stories of many green breweries like Swinkels Family Brewery in the Netherlands, which uses sustainable iron fuel energy to brew their beer. Today we bring you another innovative company that is striving to become the first Read More...
This technology uses ultrasound and nanodroplets to clear blood clots
When a patient has a blood clot, they are often prescribed blood-thinning drugs to clear it out. These drugs, however, do not guarantee success. In 2017, scientists at North Carolina State University described a newly-created technology that can be inserted into a vein to clear blood clots by Read More...
Hungry before bed? Here are 4 sleep-inducing snacks
There’s nothing wrong with eating a snack before bed. It’s much better if you satisfy that peckish feeling rather than ignoring it and laying in bed counting down the hours to breakfast. That said, not all snacks will help prime your body for a good night’s sleep, such as sugary snacks. To Read More...
Portable X-ray system enables patients to self-check for broken bones
For someone to confirm their suspicion of an injury-related broken bone, they have to be X-rayed by a trained physician at a hospital. Soon, however, it may be possible for them to do it themselves, thanks to a portable X-ray device that could be located virtually anywhere. Designed by scientists Read More...
Over 500,000 people have pledged to try a vegan diet this January
Scientists have long stressed that having a plant-based diet is one of the most impactful things an individual can do to fight climate change. That’s why we’re happy to see that a record number of people have pledged to try a vegan diet this January, as part of the Veganuary challenge. The Read More...
Chinese fast food chain swaps all chicken eggs with plant-based versions
In China, a fast-food chain called Dicos is embracing plant-based ingredients in a very different fashion to restaurants in America. At a fast-food restaurant like Burger King, for example, a plant-based burger is sold as an alternative to the animal version, but ultimately, customers can choose Read More...
These 17 foods will help protect you from stress
Food is our friend. It brings us joy, nourishes our souls, and even has the power to relieve stress. At a time where we could all do with a little less stress, here are 18 stress-relieving foods and beverages to add to your diet. Matcha powder: Matcha is a potent green tea powder that is rich Read More...
Parkinson’s: TikTok users 3D-print pill bottle for people with shaky hands
Medication can make living with Parkinson’s more bearable, but the problem for many patients living with the disease is that it’s incredibly difficult removing a tiny pill from a bottle of meds while their hands are shaking. Elite athlete Jimmy Choi made this abundantly clear to his more than Read More...
9 Tips for anyone starting their own garden this year
Spring is just around the corner which means it’s once again time to start thinking about planting your home garden. If you have a little extra time on your hands and space in your yard, starting a fruitful home garden is easier than you think. Here are some tips on creating a thriving garden Read More...