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.
Water lentils: the sustainable superfood making its way to European tables
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Our Best of 2025 Education stories reflect a growing global commitment to reimagining how we learn, teach, and grow. These five highlights explore new models, inspiring individuals, and bold ideas that bring equity and creativity into classrooms and Read More...
Tokyo’s four day workweek is a radical step to address Japan’s fertility crisis
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Today in our Best of 2025 series, we’re highlighting business stories that prove doing good and doing well are not mutually exclusive. From ethical entrepreneurship to bold climate pivots, these are the innovations and ideas reshaping the economy for a more Read More...
New vagus nerve stimulation treatment shows 100 percent PTSD recovery in early trial
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a year marked by rapid change, scientific progress gave us reasons to wonder, dream, and keep pushing forward. For our Best of 2025 Science roundup, we’re celebrating the breakthroughs that didn’t just advance human knowledge; they sparked possibility, Read More...
Surprise: your hobbies might be building better self-discipline (and you didn’t even notice)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM If you’ve ever tried to become more disciplined by sheer force of will, you already know it’s exhausting. All of the habit trackers, early alarms, and self-help podcasts can be overwhelming. And, honestly, kind of joyless. But what if there were a Read More...
6 surprising signs of loneliness women often miss (and how to reconnect)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM On the outside, things seem… fine. Work is demanding but fulfilling. Family life is busy. The calendar’s full. There’s nothing glaringly wrong, yet something feels a little flat. Quiet. Maybe even heavy. For many women, this is what loneliness Read More...
This simple 15-minute mindset exercise can ease anxiety, science shows
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A growing body of research is revealing how a short, simple activity that is done in just 15 minutes can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and promote long-term emotional well-being. The practice, called the Best Possible Self exercise, invites people to Read More...
More US states and cities are boosting minimum wages in 2026. What does it mean for workers?
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM As the federal minimum wage remains frozen at $7.25 an hour, unchanged since 2009, cities and states across the United States are taking matters into their own hands. In 2026, 88 jurisdictions will raise their minimum wage rates, offering millions of workers Read More...
8 fermented foods that your gut will love (and that taste great, too!)
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Fermented foods have been a dietary staple in many cultures for centuries, but in the U.S., they’re only recently starting to get the attention they deserve. From sauerkraut in Germany to kimchi in Korea, many traditional cuisines have long leaned on Read More...
Vision board ideas for adults: how to create one that inspires real change
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A vision board might look like a crafty throwback to childhood afternoons spent collaging. But don’t write it off now that you’re #adulting. This practice is far more than a cut-and-paste project. Vision boards are a creative and science-backed tool for Read More...
Scientists build first fully human bone marrow model to revolutionize blood disease research
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a transformative leap for regenerative medicine, scientists have developed the first entirely human-engineered bone marrow system. This lab-grown “blood factory” may change how researchers study blood diseases, test treatments, and ultimately care for Read More...