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.
Africa on brink of eliminating polio as Nigeria marks 3 years without the virus
As the world strives to eradicate polio, Africa may soon reach a major breakthrough in efforts to rid the planet of one of the most devastating diseases of all time. Marking three years since the last case of polio was detected in Nigeria, the continent is expected to be certified free of wild Read More...
Desperately seeking security? How learning about attachment styles can improve your relationships
Sensations of comfort and calmness from a close relationship are developed from a young age. Children are taught they should derive love and security from their relationships. Children who experience close and rewarding personal relationships with family and friends are taught to seek our Read More...
How new treatments for PTSD using float therapies is helping veterans
In float therapy, you lay on water, filled with Epsom salts, in a bath free of stimulation from light, noise, touch, smell, or taste. Float therapy has become popular for PTSD treatment, and True REST Float Spa has given away 3,000 free sessions to military members and veterans since 2015. On every Read More...
This Alzheimer's drug is reversing the effects of binge drinking
Binge drinking in teenage years has been shown to cause damage to neuron formation and plasticity in the hippocampus, a region of the brain critical for learning, memory, and development. This is only one of the major concerns about heavy alcohol use during the formative years. But, there may be Read More...
Could magic mushrooms be the answer to depression?
Lying on a bed in London’s Hammersmith hospital ingesting capsules of psilocybin, the active ingredient of magic mushrooms, Michael had little idea what would happen next. The 56-year-old part-time website developer from County Durham in northern England had battled depression for 30 years and Read More...
Mushroom picking: How to identify an edible wild mushroom from a poisonous one
After all this talk about mushrooms this week, you might be tempted to go out and pick some mushrooms yourself. That’s not a bad idea, but before you go, you need to learn how to properly identify an edible mushroom from a poisonous one. While the odds of you picking an edible mushroom rather Read More...
Miss the texture of meat? These mushroom recipes will help beat your cravings
For some people, the hardest part about adopting a vegetarian or vegan diet is that they miss out on the savory taste and texture of meat. That’s where mushrooms come in. The wonderful thing about mushrooms is that their hearty bite and texture make them perfect meat substitutes for plant-based Read More...
Eben Bayer on mushrooms and the future of food
Eben Bayer is the co-founder and CEO of Ecovative Design, a leader in the production of myco-materials, materials made from the root-like systems of fungi. According to Bayer, the food sector is the next great market for mushroom-based products. From the “impossible burger” to bacon Read More...
Love podcasts? We have some good news!
Podcasts are revolutionizing the lifestyles of those who find themselves too busy commuting, cooking, or cleaning to sit down and read. From news or true-crime to short stories and history, there is a podcast for everyone. And now, research shows, listening to a podcast can be as beneficial for Read More...
In honor of mushroom week, here are 10 easy-to-make mushroom recipes
Mushrooms’ earthy tang makes them a fun and fresh addition to a wide variety of meals. From breakfast scrambles to hearty soups, these versatile fungi make a delectable ingredient for all different types of cuisines. In the spirit of Mushroom Week, summon your inner gourmand and feast on Read More...