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.
3 supplements you may want to skip in the morning, according to dietitians
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If your morning routine includes taking a handful of supplements with coffee or breakfast, you may want to rethink your timing. While it might feel like an efficient start to the day, some nutrients actually work better, and importantly are less likely to Read More...
Singing therapy brings relief and joy to people with chronic breathlessness
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When each breath feels like a struggle, even speaking can feel like a chore. But for a growing number of people with chronic lung conditions, the path to relief might just be set to music. A recent study has shown that online group singing can Read More...
How to help your dog live longer: 6 vet-approved tips for a healthy, happy life
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve ever wished your dog could live forever, you’re not alone. And while immortality isn’t on the table, science is uncovering simple, practical steps we can take to give our pups a longer, healthier life. Researchers at the Dog Aging Project, Read More...
How to raise confident kids: 5 expert-backed tips that actually work
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Raising confident kids might sound like a lofty goal, but luckily, it doesn’t require perfection. According to clinical psychologist and author of For What It’s Worth: A Perspective on How to Thrive and Survive Parenting, Dr. Bethany Cook, it all starts Read More...
Stronger after 40: the smarter way men should train to build muscle and avoid injury
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM There’s no rule that says strength has to fade with age. But after 40, how you train matters more than ever. Your workouts don’t have to get easier, but they do have to get smarter. For men navigating this new phase of fitness, the challenge often lies Read More...
Low-dose aspirin may cut risk of colorectal cancer returning in key patients, study shows
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A low-cost, widely available drug might offer major protection against one of the most common cancers worldwide. New research out of Sweden suggests that a low daily dose of aspirin could significantly reduce the chance of colorectal cancer returning after Read More...
Can food rescue apps help feed vulnerable Americans as food aid shrinks?
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Dameon knows what it means to go hungry. Once homeless and panhandling for meals, he now receives regular deliveries of fresh groceries, all thanks to a volunteer, a nonprofit, and an app. "I'm surviving by the grace," he says. "Little by little, I'm able Read More...
How Nobel-winning discoveries are unlocking new treatments for autoimmune disease and cancer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When the immune system works well, it’s a powerful force against viruses, bacteria, and even some cancers. But when it turns against the body’s own tissues, it can cause serious autoimmune diseases. Now, a breakthrough decades in the making has earned Read More...
Closing the longevity gap: what research reveals about why women live longer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Across the animal kingdom, females tend to live longer than males, and the same is true for humans. In the U.S., the gap has actually increased to 5.8 years in 2021. The average life expectancy for men is nearly 76 years, while women live to around 81 years. Read More...
Should you work out when you're sick? Doctors explain when to sweat and when to rest
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM When you’re sniffling, sneezing, or just feeling a little off, it can be tempting to power through your usual workout. After all, isn’t exercise good for your immune system? But as cold and flu season ramps up, it’s worth asking: should you really hit Read More...