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.
It typically takes doctors 7 years to diagnose fibromyalgia, it takes AI minutes
Diagnosis for patients with fibromyalgia is difficult. Not only do patients typically see upwards of 10 specialists before they’re diagnosed, but many within the medical community do not even think the disease is real as it is rooted in the brain, not the body. Fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder Read More...
How to get into a mindset that will help you become happier
Do you often find yourself in a negative mental state? Are you letting anxiety and feelings of dejection get the best of you? It may be time for you to overhaul your mental state. When it comes to happiness, there’s one simple notion you need to remember: happiness has less to do with what Read More...
5 reasons for adding quinoa to your meals
Instead of making your next meal with grain-based foods like rice or pasta, try using quinoa. What makes quinoa stand out in the world of food is that it mimics a grain in its uses while being much more nutrient-dense. It packs a powerful punch of macronutrients, vitamins, and minerals. Here are 5 Read More...
Study: Too much alcohol (or none at all) is linked to dementia
Research has shown in plenty of cases that drinking in moderation can be key to good health. In a recent study, researchers found that high amounts of alcohol consumption can heighten your risk of dementia. On the flip-side, no alcohol consumption at all is also linked to dementia. The trick is to Read More...
‘Changing the way you think helps to overcome sleep disorders’
Most people who struggle with sleep and seek help, only receive sleeping pills. That’s not a helpful, long-term solution. A new study shows that learning how to worry less about sleep is helpful for people with insomnia. Participants in the study either received four sessions of Read More...
Brain training app increases the levels of cognition-improving neurochemical
A new study shows how a particular brain exercise can directly increase the production of acetylcholine. This neurotransmitter is essential for the brain to effectively process memories and learning. Levels of acetylcholine in the brain have been seen to decrease with age, and concentrations are Read More...
Scientists discover enzyme that plays a key role in many inflammatory disorders
Overwhelming research shows that inflammation lies at the root of most degenerative diseases from Parkinson's and Alzheimer's to osteoarthritis and cancer. But what causes the inflammation? Researchers have identified one enzyme that plays a key role in a biological mechanism common to many Read More...
The relationship between germs, gut health, inflammation and Alzheimer's
The invention of sewage pipes increased our lifespan from 35 to 50. Antibiotics took us to an average lifespan of 75. Now we face the next health challenge: viruses and microbes that cause inflammation. Infection is at the root of all degenerative diseases from Alzheimer’s and cancer to Read More...
New powerful drug against malaria, scientists face one more challenge
Malaria is still a big killer in developing countries. In 2016, the disease claimed 455,000 lives and caused 216 million cases. A new drug has been approved that provides a potent, new weapon against malaria: it can wipe out the parasite from a person's body with a single dose. There’s still a Read More...
The power of turmeric: eye drops for glaucoma treatment
Many studies show that the spice turmeric is a powerful ingredient to reduce the inflammation that is the root cause of many degenerative diseases. The challenge is to get turmeric in the right amount in the right place in the body. The spice doesn’t dissolve easily in the bloodstream. Now Read More...