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.
The case for letting fevers run their course
Although fevers can be unbearable, it’s essential to understand that fevers are not an illness. Rather, they are the body’s attempt to fight illness, and when we treat fevers with antipyretics, like Tylenol or ibuprofen, we only handcuff an important part of the immune system. Here’s the case Read More...
Mom was right: You should really be eating your broccoli
There are a ton of benefits that come with eating broccoli, and scientists have recently discovered another one. It can give you a healthy gut, which helps your body protect against many different conditions from inflammation to arthritis. For the full benefits of broccoli and how much of the Read More...
Reducing anxiety and boosting your health the natural way with these 10 herbs
We know that eating healthy food is essential for our wellbeing. But we don’t hear as much about the power of herbs. A new book by an expert herbalist lists 10 “super herbs” that support and re-balance the body, boost your immune system and relieve Read More...
This newly discovered compound could lead to a healthier way to treat cancer
Scientists have discovered a new compound that causes cancer cells to commit suicide while leaving healthy cells unscathed. This promising new treatment uses the compound to trigger a natural process in the body called apoptosis that gets rid of malfunctioning and unwanted cells. While certain Read More...
This fast-sealing surgical ‘glue’ closes wounds in just 60 seconds
Researchers have developed a new type of surgical ‘glue’ that can effectively seal internal injuries. Closing up wounds typically calls for sutures or staples, but when it comes to wounds on organs that move a significant amount, such as lungs, this is the first material ever made that can Read More...
Nine health benefits of turmeric tea
Turmeric is native to Southeast Asia and is a member of the Zingiberaceae or ginger family. It has been used as an herbal remedy for thousands of years in Indian Ayurvedic and Chinese Read More...
Aerobic exercise is the key for your head, just as it is for your heart
Get moving if you want to support your body and your brain. A lot of recent research shows that any type of aerobic exercise that raises your heart rate and gets you sweating has many health benefits. Most research suggests that the best type of aerobic exercise for your mind is anything you can do Read More...
Mental training changes brain structure and reduces social stress
Meditation is beneficial for our well-being. This ancient wisdom has been supported by scientific studies focusing on the practice of Read More...
These foods tell your brain to stop snacking
When we start to feel a tinge of hunger, we become suckers to the temptation of snacking. Luckily, scientists have found a list of foods that trick the brain into making us feel full. These foods, which include avocados, chicken, and lentils, have two key amino acids that tell your brain that Read More...
First global pledge to end cholera
Health officials from around the world are meeting in France to commit to preventing 90% of cholera deaths by 2030. The disease, which is spread through contaminated water, kills about 100,000 people every Read More...