Hofmann Provides Mental Health and Trauma Services

Caroline Hofmann, a state-licensed mental health counselor, experienced trauma therapist and owner of Ascension Counseling, can assist those suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem and attachment injuries such as those from abandonment or betrayal and negative thought patterns. Read More »

House of Spirits Hosts Tibetan Bowl Meditations

House of Spirits, in Fort Myers, presents two Tibetan Bowl meditation sessions at 12:30 and 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month to enhance intuition, spirituality, third eye activation and more that complement any wellness plan. Read More »

American Mold Experts Expands Operations

Addressing mold and its indoor health harmful byproduct mycotoxins, family-owned, 14-year-old American Mold Experts has expanded its Naples-based operations. Read More »

Schierozek Specializes in Internal Issues and Pain Management

Individual and customized treatment plans can be devised and conducted without side effects, either at her Fort Myers office, at clients’ residences or online. Read More »

The Finucans are New Owners of Organic Skincare & Bodyworx

Naples residents Dr. Paul Finucan and Margaret Finucan are the proud new owners of Organic Skincare & Bodyworx, in North Naples. The dynamic couple believes in treating the body, which includes the skin—our largest organ. Read More »

Join the SWFL RESET Center on October 25 from 6 to 7 p.m. for a RESET Zoom Conversation with Gene MacAvoy

Environmentally speaking is intended to alert, inform and educate residents of Collier and Lee counties about educational events and threats that challenge our unique and delicate Southwest Florida ecosystem. Read More »

More than a Healthy Home and Planet

When it came time to plan this month’s feature story with writer Sandra Yeyati on ways to make our living spaces more sustainable, I realized how deeply influenced I was by a recent stay at the Earthaven Ecovillage. Read More »

Illuminate Festivals Return to Ft. Myers and Punta Gorda

Illuminate Festivals will host their unique brand of arts and wellness festivals October 30, at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., November 5, at the Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at the Bell Tower Shops. Read More »

Reader Spotlight

Meet Kelly Palmer, Cape Coral resident. Regional Director of Resource Development for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, covering Lee, Collier and Hendry counties. Read More »

An Esthetician that Considers Beauty to Be More Than Skin Deep

Over three decades ago, Connie Helen Didier, an esthetician at Organic Skincare & Bodyworkx, graduated from the London Institute of Beauty Culture (LIBC) with a diploma in beauty therapy. Read More »

Methylene Blue Combined with LED Light Therapy

Doreen DeStefano, Doctor of Nursing Practice, owner of Root Causes, in Ft. Myers, has been using a combination of LED light therapy with a pharmaceutical known as methylene blue on herself and her dementia patients for six months. Read More »

A Happy Halloween for Pets: Nine Ways to Keep a Dog or Cat Safe

Potential hazards to avoid and precautions to take to ensure pet dogs and cats stay healthy, happy and safe during Halloween celebrations. Read More »

Beet Chips with Sea Salt and Smoked Paprika

Healthy snack recipe for beet chips flavored with sea salt and smoked paprika seasoning. Read More »

Beet, Greens and Goat Cheese Linguine

This heart-healthy recipe adds beets, greens and goat cheese to make a flavorful linguine pasta dish. Read More »

Beet Hummus

Take your hummus up a notch with this tasty recipe using roasted beets. Read More »

Conservative Dentistry: Why Less Is More in Tooth Repair

Determining whether conservative, biological or biomimetic dentistry is the best option for both our teeth and the rest of our bodies. Read More »

Cordyceps Sinensis Enhances Performance in Distance Runners

A study finds that Cordyceps sinensis, a Himalayan fungus used in Traditional Chinese Medicine, can significantly lower heart rates and improve aerobic performance. Read More »

Decontaminating Water with Plant Waste Protein

Scientists have created a membrane using sunflower and peanut oilseed meal that shows potential as a cheap, sustainable and scalable method to decontaminate heavy metals from water. Read More »

Fall Beets: Versatile Leaf-to-Root Eats

Versatile, nutritious, colorful and flavorful, beets are an easy-to-grow, multi-season vegetable, packed with nutrition. Here are some delicious ways to enjoy them. Read More »

Global Network of Artists Addresses Climate Change

The World Weather Network is an international coalition of 28 arts organizations that believe artists and writers should be a larger part of the dialogue surrounding climate change. Read More »

Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds

Asphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community. Read More »

International Plan to Rewild Large Mammals

Large mammals are important ecosystem engineers, shaping natural processes and sequestering carbon, and scientists are planning to reintroduce these animals to the wild. Read More »

Inviting in the Wild

Having an indoor space touched with nature’s balm takes the edge off on stressful days. Here are ways to bring the outdoors in, helping to create a natural sanctuary. Read More »

Kale and Beet Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Recipe for kale salad with beets, walnuts and goat cheese served with a delicious balsamic vinaigrette. Read More »

Malignant Melanoma Linked to Seafood Consumption

Eating higher amounts of fish, specifically tuna and non-fried fish, appears to increase the risk of malignant melanoma. Read More »

Monarch Butterfly Now Officially Endangered

The latest update to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species includes the migratory monarch butterfly. Read More »

Nadine Clopton on Advancing Regenerative Organic Agriculture to Health Care

As the vice president of the Global NGO Executive Committee and program manager with the Rodale Institute, Nadine Clopton is combining her loves of health, advocacy and the ecosystem. Read More »

Probiotic May Increase Skin Moisture

A probiotic supplement can significantly increase skin water content and reduce transepidermal water loss in the face, particularly for seniors and those with the driest skin. Read More »

Reducing Radiation Risks: Ways to Lessen Electromagnetic Exposure

There is strong evidence of a correlation between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and radiofrequency radiation (RF) exposures and various health conditions. Here are ways to reduce exposure. Read More »

Save the Sequoias

With almost 20 percent of sequoias destroyed by wildfire in the last two years, the U.S. Forest Service is speeding efforts to protect the giant ancient trees. Read More »

Supplements, Exercise and Non-Western Diet Lower Cancer Risk

Research finds that vitamin D3 and marine omega-3s, plus a simple home-strength exercise program, can reduce the risk of invasive cancers by up to 61 percent. Read More »

Sustainable Sanctuaries: Supporting Human and Planetary Health at Home

How to incorporate elements that preserve and promote the health of humans and the planet when upgrading, remodeling building or buying new houses. Read More »

The Helpful Nature of Houseplants

The human health benefits of having indoor plants, including pet-friendly varietals and maintenance tips. Read More »

The Joy of Movement: Dancing Boosts Our Health and Happiness

By all accounts, dancing gives us a step toward better health, but equally as noteworthy is its potential to bring more fun into our lives. Read More »

Viewing Art Online Improves Well-Being

A study finds that viewing art online can encourage positive states like serenity, happiness and stimulation, while also lowering negative states like fear, anger, anxiety and loneliness. Read More »

Natural Health & Wellness Guide: Postponed Due to Hurricane Ian (watch for future updates)

In this special issue we feature an expanded directory and featured Wellness Profiles so that readers can build their own Wellness Dream Team! Read More »