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 science of 'Dad Dancing': why you should let loose and celebrate your moves
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF Does everyone recall Prince William's youthful nightlife exploits? Now, let's fast forward to a viral video of Prince William at a Taylor Swift concert, his arms swinging energetically and his chest shimmying to the music. It's official: the heir to the Read More...
Bid farewell to musty basement smells for good
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Musty basement odors can be unpleasant and uninviting, but most worryingly, they often indicate underlying moisture problems. Fortunately, identifying and removing the sources of these odors can transform your basement into a clean, inviting area. Here's how Read More...
What are sound baths? How ancient practices can transform your modern life
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF Whether you're an experienced meditator or just starting out on your self-care path, including sound baths into your regimen could be the ideal method to relax and decrease anxiety. This ancient discipline, which makes use of sound waves from instruments Read More...
The leading role your gut microbes play in stress resilience
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM The gut microbiome—the rich ecology of bacteria that live within us—emerged as a key focus in the study of mental and neurological disorders. Recent research indicates a strong link between the gut and mental health, shedding light on how our gut Read More...
Air pollution down 40%: a look at a pedestrianized Paris
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Paris will seem very different from how it did ten years ago when the Summer Olympics roll around this summer. Since 2014, Mayor Anne Hidalgo has led a substantial makeover in Paris aimed at reducing vehicle dependence and encouraging greener urban living. Read More...
Tackling the elder fraud epidemic in America
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF According to the FBI, elder fraud has reached alarming levels, with Americans aged 60 and over losing more than $3 billion in scams by 2023. To put this astronomical figure in context, Taylor Swift's Eras Tour recently made headlines for being the first Read More...
Say goodbye to swampy feet: 6 effective ways to keep your feet dry this summer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF Do you suffer from sweaty feet? Don't fear, you're not alone. Sweaty feet are a typical problem, particularly during the hot summer months. Each foot contains over 250,000 sweat glands, making it one of the most sweaty areas of the body. Warm weather, Read More...
5 cold vegan soups to chill you out this summer
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF What better way to cool off from the extreme temperatures this summer than by treating yourself to a refreshingly cold vegan soup? Whenever you want to beat the heat while being conscious of what is contributing to the dramatic rise in temperatures (an Read More...
A free grocery store opens in San Francisco neighborhood to combat food insecurity
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL STAFF In a game-changing step for food security in San Francisco, a new free grocery shop has opened in the Bayview district, intending to fill low-income families' pantries without cost. The District 10 Community Market, the city's first of its kind, held a grand Read More...
Sex education for incarcerated men in California
Cristobal De La Cruz enters a classroom at the Orange County Juvenile Hall in Southern California, carrying a condom in his back pocket. A group of young guys, ranging in age from 12 to 18, are waiting. De La Cruz, who is only 28, is young enough to connect with the youth over video games and Read More...