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.
Magic mushrooms may help repair neural links harmed by depression
We have previously written about the potential medical applications of psilocybin — a naturally occurring compound found in some mushrooms. Last year, for instance, we shared the findings of a Yale study that showed promising results regarding the effect of magic mushrooms on migraines. Also Read More...
Why we should hold on to our pandemic sleep habits
According to a study from the University of Colorado, students slept an average of 30 minutes longer each night while attending remote courses, and these increased sleep habits translated over to weekends as well. Students aren’t the only ones sleeping more. Workers who don’t have to get up Read More...
You get what you sweat! The perks and benefits of hot yoga
You may be wondering what the difference is between yoga and hot yoga… and the reality is that it’s exactly what it sounds like. Hot yoga is yoga, in a hot and humid room. You may hear the term “Bikram yoga” used interchangeably with “hot yoga,” but Bikram is actually a type of hot Read More...
Mother-daughter duo opens first menstrual hub in the US
Back in 2012, Lynette Medley founded a nonprofit sexuality awareness and a consultative organization called No More Secrets: Mind, Body, Spirit. Her goal was to cover topics such as consent, bodily autonomy, and navigating healthy relationships. Through this work, she realized that many of the Read More...
Spanish parents invent high-tech augmented reality glasses to help son see
Impaired vision makes it hard to do everyday activities, and although it can’t be fixed with glasses, contact lenses, or other standard treatments, one recent breakthrough may help those suffering from untreatable vision problems better perceive their surroundings. The helpful device was Read More...
How to safely dispose of fireworks
An exciting firework display is usually a good indicator that something festive is going on, but while the fireworks themselves can be beautiful, the mess they leave behind isn’t pretty, nor is it good for the environment. In fact, according to a 2015 study published in Atmospheric Read More...
Why great sex should be part of your skincare routine
Dermatologist and psychiatrist Amy Wechsler, M.D. says that her patients who are looking to improve their skin’s appearance are often surprised when she asks them about their sex lives during a consultation. However, it turns out that you should consider sex as part of your skincare routine. And Read More...
Don't underestimate this small but mighty fruit. 7 reasons to eat more kiwi
A kiwi’s humble, small, brown packaging may not be visually enticing, but open it up and you’ll be pleasantly surprised at its vibrant and juicy contents. You may also be surprised to learn that kiwis are considered one of the most nutritionally dense fruits. Here’s why you should consider Read More...
MIT engineers invent human-like e-skin that could help monitor vitals
Scientists at MIT have invented a health-monitoring device that not only mimics the stretchability and sensitivity of human skin but is also sweat-proof, a property that solves a major problem that has prevented previous versions from functioning properly. While different types of electronic skins Read More...
Argentina is first country to ban salmon farming over sustainability concerns
Argentina made history this past week as the first country in the world to ban salmon farming due to concerns about sustainability and its impact on natural ecosystems. Salmon farms (and fish farms in general) spread parasites such as sea lice among each other and to wild marine life. To address Read More...