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How to eat late at night without ruining your sleep
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM You’re out late, dinner wraps up around 9:30 p.m., and just as you reach for dessert, you hear that voice in your head: “No food three hours before bed.” Cue the guilt. But do you really need to worry? According to sleep expert and former NFL athlete Read More...
6 easy ways to stay healthy while flying, according to doctors
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Crowded cabins, dry air, and high-touch surfaces. Does this sound familiar? According to infectious disease specialist Dr. Anthony Ognjan, airplanes make excellent “carriers of the common cold.” And that’s not just alarmist talk. As Dr. Kathleen Mueller Read More...
How to protect your body from summer travel aches, according to a physical therapist
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Whether you're jetting off for a European getaway or packing up the car for a summer road trip, travel can take a real toll on your body. From stiff necks to swollen ankles and tight hips, those aches and pains you feel after a long journey aren’t a Read More...
Before you hit the road: 5 things to unplug before vacation
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Most people remember to lock the doors and turn off the lights before heading out for summer vacation. But there’s another important safety step that often gets overlooked: unplugging electronics. Leaving certain items plugged in not only wastes electricity Read More...
How to plan the perfect summer break: balance connection, adventure, and true rest
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Summer is prime time for pressing pause. Between sunny skies and school breaks, it’s the season when many people plan getaways. But vacations are more than just a fun escape. They play a vital role in well-being, helping people reset, reconnect, and return Read More...
7 tips for zero-waste air travel
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM This month is Reduce Plastic Month, also known as Plastic Free July in the United States, making it the perfect time to revisit simple but impactful ways to cut down on plastic waste, especially while traveling. With summer in full swing, many of us are Read More...
How to soothe a sunburn with argan oil
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Suffering from sunburn and just used the last drop of aloe vera gel? Don’t fret—there’s a lesser-known sunburn soothing remedy that you may already have in your cabinet: argan oil. What makes argan oil so great for sunburns? Argan oil, thanks to its Read More...
Hawaii's new 'Green Fee' sets precedent for climate funding through tourism
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Hawaii made history by becoming the first U.S. state to implement a climate impact fee aimed at funding environmental stewardship and climate resilience. Officially signed into law as Act 96, the so-called "Green Fee" will increase the state's transient Read More...
The science behind "sound spice": A simple tone may help prevent motion sickness
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Motion sickness—whether on a boat, in a car, or on a plane—can make any trip miserable. It happens when the brain receives conflicting signals from the eyes, muscles, and inner ears. This sensory mismatch disrupts the body's sense of balance and can lead Read More...
Coping with the fear of flying: tips for staying calm when headlines are scary
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM With a surge in news headlines about plane crashes in early 2025, it is no surprise that more people are feeling uneasy about air travel. "Many people are experiencing heightened anxiety around air travel since hearing recent news," says Rebecca Skolnick, Read More...