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.
Chef José Andrés to offer free meals to those ravaged by the coronavirus outbreak
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to disrupt normal life across the globe, Michelin-starred chef José Andrés is offering free meals to those in need. The chef has transformed eight of his acclaimed restaurants in New York City and Washington, DC, into community kitchens to serve to-go meals Read More...
How to talk to your kids about coronavirus
As many schools close to slow the spread of coronavirus, kids will naturally have questions about the disease and its implications. It’s important to be honest and keep your children informed, but not cause panic or fear. So how do you best talk about a pandemic with your children? This week we Read More...
COVID-19: How to be a leader in times of crisis
The unknown peril of COVID-19 is only heaping more stress onto an already stressed workforce. With the virus actively changing the way we live our day-to-day lives, there’s never been a more important time for leaders to step up within their respective companies and apply time-tested principles Read More...
Tips for keeping kids excited about learning, even when they’re not at school
As schools around the world close to slow the spread of coronavirus, many parents may find themselves with the daunting task of keeping their children educated and entertained at home. Today, Denise Pope, a senior lecturer at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Education, shares some of her Read More...
Sleep deprived? These tips will help you catch up on those missing zzz's
Think of your body as a bank, and each night you're depositing a set amount of money into it. If you miss your "payment" one night, you'll owe more money the next night to make up for it. Sleep deprivation accumulates in this way. "For someone well-rested, missing one hour of sleep on one night Read More...
New biomaterial could be used to replace damaged soft tissues within the body
When Swedish scientists recently set out to create a rigid bone-replacement material, they inadvertently ended up producing a soft and rubbery substance. That's alright, though, as it may end up being even more useful than the bone stand-in. Developed by a team at the Chalmers University of Read More...
House passes coronavirus aid package, including free tests and paid sick leave
As efforts to control the spread of the coronavirus in the US are getting more extreme with each passing day, many companies have banned non-essential travel, told the symptomatic to isolate themselves, and encouraged workers to work from home. The problem, however, is that there is a great Read More...
Why sauerkraut is so beneficial and how you can make it at home
We have shared many stories about the importance of maintaining gut and microbiome health. Last week, we discussed how gut health can even contribute to brain health. Natural probiotics, such as yogurt and fermented foods, are great in moderation for maintaining gut health and balance. One of Read More...
Research indicates warmer weather could slow COVID-19 spread
When it comes to COVID-19, we at The Optimist Daily are committed to bringing you solutions-oriented stories about the disease at a time when it can be all too easy to be overwhelmed by fear and panic-oriented media. We have a ray of good news for you today: it appears that warmer weather could be Read More...
COVID-19: U-Haul offers free 30-day storage for displaced college students
To prevent the spread of coronavirus, many universities are taking precautions and sending students home early. For many students, that means vacating their on-campus dormitories, moving their stuff, and finding a new place to live. It’s a stressful period for students, which is why U-Haul is Read More...