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.
To solve problems caused by sitting, learn to squat
As we have developed economically and technologically, we have abandoned a posture that has major implications for our health: The squat. In the West, we spend most of our time sitting desks and dining chairs, train seats, and comfy couches. We never need to squat on a daily basis, something that Read More...
Want to look young? Eat some blueberries and dark chocolate
Scientists have discovered that foods that are rich in flavonoids such as blueberries and dark chocolate can keep you looking young and wrinkle-free. The flavonoids found within the foods help rejuvenate the DNA in our cells as they start to lose telomeres, which work to protect the cells from the Read More...
To find peace again after an argument or stress, seek out blue light
Blue light kills bacteria, controls psoriasis, and keeps you awake. That’s why you shouldn’t look at computer screens before you go to bed. Now researchers have found that blue light also helps people to relax more quickly after argument-induced Read More...
Sophrology can gently guide you to optimal health and well-being
Sophrology is a self-development technique that uses mental and physical exercises to try to achieve an alert mind in a relaxed body. It combines meditation, breathing and relaxation techniques with gentle movements and visualization. As with mindfulness, it doesn’t require complicated postures, Read More...
Now you can find out where your Thanksgiving turkey came from
When shoppers buy meat in the US, chances are they have no clue where the meat is coming from. That’s why this Thanksgiving, a turkey brand is piloting a program that allows customers to trace the origins of their holiday birds. In a country where looking down the supply chain of most meat Read More...
Encouraging children to drink water with every meal reduces childhood obesity
In a pilot health program, self-serve water dispensers were installed in the cafeterias of many elementary and middle schools in New York City. Researchers found that the water dispensers tripled students’ consumption of water at lunchtime and led to small but significant declines in students’ Read More...
Living in a dense city makes citizens healthier
Though cities can seem stressful, hectic, and potentially dangerous, there are certainly positives: they bring working, living and socializing closer together, cutting down on cars and car journeys, and promoting walking and active Read More...
These are the best cities in Europe for vegans
Just a decade ago, finding a decent vegan restaurant in a foreign city was a notorious struggle. Now veganism is a lifestyle that’s widely accepted and embraced by millions of people around the world, meaning there are many more restaurants for vegans to choose from. Here are the 11 best cities Read More...
New research reveals meditation can help cure workaholics
Meditation sessions can help cure people who are addicted to work, according to a new study by the University of Derby. William Van Gordon, Lecturer in Psychology at University of Derby Online Learning, has carried out the first ever controlled study evaluating using meditation for treating Read More...
Learn about six health risks hidden in your home
Our home is our safe haven, a place infused with markers of our tastes, interests, and personalities. We share our homes with people, creatures, and things we love, and they provide comfort and Read More...