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.
How to beat anxiety, without the need for medication
Most people experience anxiety at some point, but if anxiety starts interfering with your life, sleep, ability to form relationships, or productivity at work or school, you might have an anxiety disorder. Research shows that if it’s left untreated, anxiety can lead to depression, early death, Read More...
Meditation keeps you sharp as you get older
Meditation helps you stay focused, and that's especially true for older meditators who can develop superior cognitive skills such as a better attention span, a new research study has Read More...
Oat milk is poised to take over the U.S.
Almond, soy, rice, hemp, macadamia, hazelnut, pea, flax, coconut, cashew, peanut, walnut—there’s been a recent explosion in the varieties of plant-based milks. It’s a crowded market, and the non-dairy cream of the crop right now is oat milk. It’s vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and Read More...
Germany is trying to rid the country of Monsanto’s weed-killing chemicals
Whether the chemical commonly found in Monsanto’s weed-killing products causes cancer is still being debated, but that doesn’t mean Germany is going to take any chances. The country’s agriculture minister has announced that she was finalizing a draft regulation to end use of the weed-killer Read More...
So long soreness: How to treat your muscles after a workout
While feeling sore in the morning is the hallmark of a good workout, you don’t necessarily need to feel all that pain the next day. In fact, there’s a simple, yet seemingly counterintuitive way to reduce the soreness of your muscles following a workout. If you want to keep your muscles from Read More...
To prevent falls in older age, try regular exercise
Falls are a leading cause of injury and death among older adults. In 2014, about 1 in 3 adults aged 65 and older reported falling, and falls were linked to 33,000 deaths. If you want to reduce the risk of falling, regular exercise may be your best bet, according to the latest recommendations from Read More...
Google tweaked a conventional microscope with AI so it can detect cancer
Tech giant Google has announced that it has developed a prototype of an augmented reality microscope that can help physicians diagnose patients with cancer. The device is simply an ordinary light microscope used by pathologists around the world, except it uses AI technology and augmented reality to Read More...
If the French could slash heroin overdoses in 4 years, so could the US
In 1995, France allowed any doctor to prescribe a treatment for opioid addiction called buprenorphine that reduces cravings for opioids without becoming addictive itself. This change in policy, combined with a needle-exchange program, helped France reduce overdose deaths by 79 percent in just four Read More...
Spikes of graphene slice bacteria apart, but leave larger human cells undamaged
A tiny layer of graphene flakes becomes a deadly weapon and kills bacteria, stopping infections during procedures such as implant surgery. This is the findings of new research from Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, recently published in the scientific journal Advanced Materials Read More...
For optimal health, try to eat these foods on a daily basis
Many people focus on diet improvements because they feel the need to lose weight. While it’s true that obesity is a rising problem, it’s not the only reason why you should watch what you eat. Your diet has a crucial role in your overall health. With the right foods, you enable your body to Read More...