Every Step Counts - October Letter From the Publisher

Feeling frazzled from a move to a new home, while simultaneously meeting an early printer deadline, I decided to attend a breathwork grou... Read More »

Food Labeling and GMOs: Why Local Health Practitioners Favor Transparency

This year, more than 1 million Californians—far more than the 500,000 required to force a ballot—signed a petition seeking a referendum on the mandatory labeling of genetically engineered (GE) products. Read More »

Joy of Balance: A Late-Bloomer Helps Others on the Path to Well-Being

In a 2008 article published in The New Yorker magazine, Malcom Gladwell, wrote about “late bloomers”, noting that their success frequently depends upon the efforts of others, especially their family. Read More »

Manual Lymphatic Drainage: A Gentle Technique for Healing and Health

A well-functioning lymph system, which holds the body’s predominant fluid, consists primarily of lymph and lymphatic vessels, nodes and nodules. Read More »

Conservation 20/20 Pine Lake Preserve - Kudos

Lee County recently purchased 43.5 acres adjacent to the 130-acre Conservation 20/20 Pine Lake Preserve, along Kent Road, in Bonita. Read More »

Eden Autism Services - Kudos

Eight students from Eden Autism Services recently participated in an Equine Facilitated Learning Program (EFL) at the Naples Equestrian Challenge. Read More »

The Dolce Vita Hair Salon - Kudos

The Dolce Vita Hair Salon, in Naples, donated 100 percent of all new client sales from mid-June through the end of September to Eden Autism Services. Read More »

Yogi Amrit Desai Celebrates Anniversary and Birthday in Jacksonville

Yogi Amrit Desai, fondly known as Gurudev, will celebrate 50 years of dedicated service and teachings to the world. Read More »

Humane Society Waives Cat Adoption Fees

The Humane Society Naples recently waived the adoption fees of cats that have been at HSN for more than six months, to encourage finding them a loving home. Read More »

New FitPosture Classes at Core 360 Wellness

Learn how to improve fitness by improving and maintaining better posture via a new class offered at Core 360 Wellness, in Naples. Read More »

Holistic Dentist Holds Open House

Learn about the benefits of holistic dentistry and meet Mark Stites, DDS, during an Open House, from 5 to 7 p.m., October 30, at his office in Naples. Read More »

Kudos- Harborside Animal Clinic

Waste Management, Inc. of Florida (WM) selected Harborside Animal Clinic, of Naples, as the Waste Management Commercial Business Recycler of the Month for June. Read More »

Kudos- Alva Scrub Preserve

Lee County added 309.69 acres to the Alva Scrub Preserve on July 6. Read More »

Kudos- The Harry Chapin Food Bank

Last year, The Harry Chapin Food Bank distributed 3.1 million pounds of fresh produce. Read More »

Kudos -Eden Autism Services Florida

Naples nonprofit Eden Autism Services Florida recently received a $10,000 donation. Read More »

Easter Seals Florida Offers Senior Concierge Program

Easter Seals Florida (ESF) has launched its Senior Concierge program, which provides affordable, personalized case management services for seniors and their caregivers in Lee and Collier counties. Read More »

New Name for American-Based Skin Care Product

The rebranding of a natural, organic way of revitalizing skin’s natural health and radiance from a domestic source is now available online and at Cher’s Hair Spa, in Naples, and Salon IQ, in Bonita Springs. Read More »

Learn to Can Fresh Fruits and Veggies

Preserving seasonal fruits and vegetables for later use can help stretch food budgets and add welcome flavor and nutrition to future meals. Read More »

Sprague Therapy Premieres Innovative Pain Relief

Licensed Massage Therapist Lisa H. Sprague, MSS, PTA, owner of Sprague Therapy, in Naples, can provide training and sales assistance to area health care professionals. Read More »

Call for Cover Art and Photography

Natural Awakenings magazine is extending a call for cover art and photography and accepting submissions online via a dedicated webpage. Read More »

Crystal Light Bed Now at the Salt Cave

Guests of the Salt Cave, in Naples, can now experience health benefits from the John of God Crystal Light Bed, obtained from the Casa de Dom Inacio, in Abadiania, Brazil. Read More »

Hypnosis: Aligning the Conscious and Subconscious Mind for Well-Being

Hypnosis, first associated with the work of Austrian physician Franz Anton Mesmer [1734-1815], has come a long way since it was introduced as a treatment for hysteria during the 18th century. Read More »

Conference Addresses Adults with Autism

Of the 1.5 million people in the U.S. that have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum, approximately 80 percent are younger than 22. Read More »

Natural Therapies for Keeping Kids Healthy: Local Practitioners Prescribe Preventive Wellness Care

In 2002, the National Health Interview Survey conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics included a supplement on alternative medicine. Read More »

Shop Local for a Greener Eco-Wardrobe

An Internet search for eco-friendly fashions to green the wardrobe of any family member may provide a long list of choices. Read More »

August 2012 Pulisher's Letter

It’s been a while since I’ve had kids gathering around the table for three meals a day, depending on me to provide nutritious sustenance for their growing bodies. Read More »

The Renaissance School: Unleashing a Child’s Unlimited Potential

After a successful 10-year career as a Montessori schoolteacher, Kathleen Leitch opened the Renaissance School, in Fort Myers. Read More »