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.
Crowdfunding healthcare for 11,000 people in 24 countries
Silicon Valley’s largest tech accelerator is funding an experiment in crowdfunded healthcare. Watsi is a nonprofit that has brought healthcare to more than 11,000 people in 24 countries through nearly 22,000 online donations. It is estimated that 20-40 percent of all health spending gets wasted. Read More...
Plant-based protein works as well for building muscle strength as meat
Protein is a key element of our diet. It supports our muscle mass, bone density, and overall strength. Traditional wisdom says you need to get protein from meat. However, a new study shows that the source of protein doesn’t matter. People who get their protein from plants—vegetarians and Read More...
Modern Acupuncture opens first location in Scottsdale
Modern Acupuncture, a pioneer health and wellness concept to make the natural health and cosmetic benefits of acupuncture accessible and affordable is now open in north Scottsdale. Modern Acupuncture combines a healing form that has been validated by thousands of years of practice with a modern, Read More...
Two cups of grapes a day may keep Alzheimer's away
Besides being delicious, grapes have the ability to protect your mental health. In a new study, researchers found that consuming two cups of grapes a day can help fend off Alzheimer’s disease. The effect is likely due to the known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of polyphenols, which Read More...
Best supplement to improve memory in healthy people
Working memory is vital to holding pieces of visual, verbal or other information in your mind while you manipulate them. Even healthy young people can improve their memory by increasing their omega-3 intake, research finds. The six-month study showed that omega-3 supplements increased Read More...
In India, people are getting paid to use the toilet
India has a major urban sanitation problem. More than 41 million people in urban India practice open defecation and 71.5 percent of the rural population does not have adequate access to sanitation facilities. On top of that, there are also people who resist using toilets because some see it as the Read More...
Standing up straight can help symptoms of depression: study
Have you ever been told to stand up straight? Well, you should. In a recent study, researchers from the University of Auckland found that standing up straight not only improves self-esteem and mood in healthy people, but can also reduce the symptoms of people with mild-to-moderate depression. The Read More...
A positive outlook can completely change the outcome of cancer
New research from the University College London shows that a patient’s psychological response to disease plays a key factor in their chance of survival. In fact, researchers found that those who are anxious or distressed about their cancer diagnosis are up to four times more likely to die from Read More...
Acupuncture boosts effectiveness of standard medical care for chronic pain
Health specialists at the University of York have found that acupuncture treatment can boost the effectiveness of standard medical care, lessening the severity of chronic pain and depression. In a report published in the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Journals Library, the Read More...
For a healthier mind, trust your gut
Typical treatments for depression and anxiety include prescription medications and talk therapy, but new research has revealed an unexpected treatment: A strong dose of microorganisms. The human-bacteria relationship is a deeply symbiotic one, says Ted Dinan, a leading expert in Read More...