Men’s Health Tips: Stay-Well Advice from Area Practitioners

To mark the occasions of Men’s Health Month and National Men’s Health Week, June 13-19, Natural Awakenings queried local health experts for tips that heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. Read More »

Dr. Joel Ying: Integrative Care for Joy, Health and Wellness

It didn’t occur to Joel Ying, M.D., that he had a preference for working with people rather than machines and technology until midway through his sophomore year at Harvard University. Read More »

June 2011 Kudos

Lee County, led by its Facilities Services Division, has saved nearly $16 million and received more than $500,000 in rebates through energy conservation efforts, distinguishing itself as one of the most sustainable local governments in Florida. Read More »

SWFL Natural Health Center Opens in Bonita Springs

To introduce his new Southwest Florida Natural Health Center practice at 27499 Riverview Center, Suite 255, in Bonita Springs, Dr. Robert Gilliland, BS, DC, is also presenting a free seminar. Read More »

Mercury-Free Dentistry for Better Health

Known for treating patients from a perspective of whole body health, rather than just addressing the teeth in their mouth, Lovett spends significant time with each individual in order to learn about their lifestyle and health issues. Read More »

Mad About Mangos: These Luscious Favorites Are Easy to Grow

Few fruit trees elicit as much adoration in Southwest Florida as the mango. Revered for its rich flavor, productivity and beauty, it is sometimes referred to as the “apple of the tropics,” although some feel this description does an injustice to the mango’s unique flavor and exotic appeal Read More »

Here's to Being "Super Rich"

Enlightened masters through the ages have taught that happiness and true richness is the state of needing nothing. So, why is it that happy, selfless workers that operate from a state of contented abundance can famously find themselves materially rich? Read More »

A Father’s Powerful Message: Local Dads Share Life-Shaping Stories

Sharing appropriate, personal anecdotes as a way of teaching life lessons to children is one of the many ways fathers can emotionally connect with their children. <i>Natural Awakenings</i> interviewed several dads whose childhood stories have served as helpful guideposts for their children. Read More »

Footsteps to the Future: Creating a Path to Self-Esteem and Independence

In 2001, when Judi Woods learned about the plight of ill-prepared foster kids whose birthday present on their 18th year is homelessness, she founded Footsteps to the Future. Read More »

Holistic Addiction Recovery: New Paradigms Offer Hope and Healing

While 12-Step programs and psychotherapy are an important part of treating an addiction, a more well-rounded approach can yield a higher success rate. Read More »