In This Issue: March 2020 Plant Based And CBD Issue!

March 2020 Digital Issue

Enjoy our special March 2020 Plant Powered Issue! Perfect for getting you inspired about the coming growing seasons. Spring is right around the corner and our March issue has everything you need to know about some special plants we have available to us to keep our planet healthy.

Spirit Festival at Unity Church of Naples

Sponsored Content Goddess I AM, the Naples-based conscious-living store, will co-host a major, multifaceted Spirit Festival with Unity Church of Naples from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on March 27 Read More »

Southwest Florida- Coronavirus Resources

A page for Natural Awakenings resources and articles on the Coronavirus. This page will be updated over the next several months. Read More »

Field to Table Founders Market & Bistro

Field to plate, the Founders Market & Bistro in Naples is a solarian gastropub where food quality & sustainability meet mouth-watering and highly curated combination of foods and beverages. Read More »

Purely You Spa 10th Anniversary Open House

Celebrate Purely You Spa’s 10-Year Anniversary Open House on March 18 from noon to 2 p.m. and swing into spring 2020 with specials, annual membership savings & completely new event schedule. Read More »

Naples Mystic Faire Returns

More than 60 psychics, healers and vendors will offer their artistic wares and health services at the 16th biannual Naples Mystic Faire, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on March 14. Read More »

Tiny’s Wall Recounts Personal Journey of Healing and Forgiving

Tiny’s Wall, a deeply personal book by longtime Naples resident Fran “Tiny” Fidler, that chronicles his journey of discovering faith, forgiveness, the will to live and find love and more. Read More »

Spirit Festival at Unity of Naples

Goddess I Am will present Spirit Festival 2020 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., March 7, at Unity of Naples, featuring a select gathering of local psychics, healers, speakers and teachers. Read More »

Women’s SpelLIFE Health Summit

SpelLIFE 2020, held from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., April 25, at the St. John the Evangelist ballroom in Naples. Read More »

Quantum Spoon Bending Workshop at AHA!

AHA! A Holistic Approach Center for Health & Wellness, in Fort Myers, is offering a Quantum Spoon Bending workshop with Ariana Bahret from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on March 22. Read More »

Brain Fair at Collier County South Regional Library

Participants will learn important information about preventing and dealing with brain injuries including strokes by attending the sixth annual free Brain Fair. Read More »

Hockley Gives Talk at First Church of Christ, Scientist

A New View of God and Its Effect on Well-Being, a free talk by Phillip Hockley, practitioner of Christian Science healing and an international speaker, will start at 2 p.m., March 14. Read More »

Facial Rejuvenation Seminar in Naples

Dr. Stephen Prendiville, medical director of the Assuage Luxury Spa, in Naples and Fort Myers, will separate fact from fiction at a seminar on facial rejuvenation. Read More »

Biocharger Device at BKS Yoga Studio

The culmination of more than 30 years of research and development, it’s a hybrid, subtle, energy revitalization platform that works to optimize health, wellness and athletic performance Read More »

Free Zoom Webinars on the Microbiome

The Microbiome Project’s research is showing that your gut plays a significant role in those living with physical and mental conditions where stress, anxiety & fatigue are at an all-time high Read More »

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Evolutionary Astrology Talk at Love Yoga Center

Lindsey DePeri, an evolutionary astrologer and creator of Namastrology, will lead an Evolutionary Astrology in 2020 presentation from 2 to 4 p.m., March 22, at the Love Yoga Center, in Naples. Read More »

Special Exhibit, Classes at Rosen Gallery & Studios

As part of Art Alive openings in the Naples Art District, the exhibit Richard W. Rosen: A Taste of Terracotta, continues at the Rosen Gallery & Studios through May 5 Read More »

Private Tai Chi Classes Offered in Naples

Acupuncture Care of Naples, celebrating its 30th year, has openings for private tai chi classes by appointment for serious students. Read More »

Healthy Happy Hour Events at Root Causes Holistic Health

Root Causes Holistic Health and Medicine, in Fort Myers, will host the Healthy Happy Hour series featuring free monthly presentations by Dr. Doreen DeStefano on health topics. Read More »

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RB Institute Relocates, Expands Services

C. Robyn Berry, LMT, CCT, CLDT, is relocating her RB Institute, Inc., to 13550 Reflections Parkway, Suites 5-502 and 5-503, at Reflection Lake Commons, in Fort Myers. Read More »

Weekly Wine Happy Hours at Ada’s Natural Market

Ada’s Natural Market in Fort Myers is holding Wine Happy Hours on their patio from 5 to 7 p.m. each Thursday. Attendees can receive 10 percent off on specific poured wines at the events. Read More »

Seed & Bean Market Now Offers PureNative

Seed & Bean Market now offers PureNative products, reportedly is our first local hemp/CBD brand, both at its downtown Fort Myers store and online. Read More »

Free Sleep Seminar for Health at For Goodness Sake in Bonita Springs

Health and wellness lifestyle coach Yvette Sechrist McGlasson is leading a sleep seminar, A Good Night’s Sleep – The Perfect Spa Treatment for Your Brain, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., March 19 Read More »

Explore the Adventures in Wellness Faire

The second annual Holistic Chamber of Commerce Adventures in Wellness Faire, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., April 11, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Fort Myers Read More »

Panache Desai on The Antidote to Modern Living

An interview with visionary thought leader Panache Desai on his new book, You Are Enough: Revealing the Soul to Discover Your Power, Potential, and Possibility. Read More »

Spring Cleansing and Detoxing

Natural Awakenings gets insights and tips regarding simple approaches to a spring cleanse for our body. Read More »

Tips for Eating Like an Athlete

These tips are directed to athletes interested in addressing the three most common issues—the need for increased energy, reducing body fat and improving performance. Read More »

Skylight Yoga & Fitness

A passion for fitness led Arceli “Pinky” Bacinila, owner of Skylight Yoga & Fitness, in Naples, to create a boutique yoga, Pilates, and fitness studio. Read More »

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Therapy Brief: Myofascial Release Therapy Eases Restrictions

Myofascial release therapy, a safe and effective technique involving the application of gentle, sustained pressure into myofascial connective tissue restrictions, helps to reduce pain. Read More »

Crohn’s Charity Service Foundation Wellness Festival in the Park

Crohn’s Charity Service Foundation’s Wellness Festival in the Park on April 11 at Riverside Park, in Bonita Springs. Read More »

Environmentally Speaking

Environmentally Speaking is intended to alert, inform and educate residents of Collier and Lee counties regarding educational events and threats that challenge our unique SWFL ecosystem. Read More »

A Plate Full of Sunshine

It’s the height of our winter season, and we’ve got a supercharged March issue to prove it! Staying powered up is one of the reasons you see me pictured here with an armful of celery. Read More »

Balance Water Consumption for Cognitive Health

Drinking either not enough or too much water can decrease cognitive performance in older women, Penn State University researchers have reported. Read More »

Catch Some Rays to Boost Gut Health

Evidence is emerging of a skin-gut axis that links UVB exposure to the microbiome, a finding that has implications for those suffering from autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. Read More »

CBD’s New Frontier: Help for Mental Health

CBD is known to help alleviate physical pain, but newer research shows its promising effectiveness as a remedy for mental health-related issues, including anxiety, depression and stress. Read More »

Cold-Busters: Natural Remedies for Kids

Natural approaches and effective holistic home remedies for relieving cold and flu symptoms in children. Read More »

Cut Back on Sugar and Carbs to Improve Sleep

Researchers find women who consume a diet high in refined carbohydrates—particularly added sugars and processed grains—are more likely to develop insomnia. Read More »

Eating Greener: Tips for Plant-Based Living

What to consider in buying, preparing, re-using and discarding plant-based food for green eating diets. Read More »

Green Flying: First Commercial E-Plane Makes History

Canada-based Harbour Air has launched the first successful test flight of an all-electric aircraft. Read More »

Hemp Gets Hot: Meet the Hardest Working Plant on the Planet

Environmentally friendly industrial hemp has created high hopes among farmers, agricultural researchers, manufacturers and consumers. Read More »

Instant Home: 3D-Printed Buildings on the Rise

3D-printing techniques are being used for building houses with the benefits of lower costs, less waste and reduced construction time. Read More »

Kibble Quandary: A Fresh Look at Pet Food

Healthier alternatives than commercial, processed foods for dogs and cats including feeding home-cooked meals, biologically appropriate raw food (BARF) and vegan or vegetarian diets. Read More »

Living In Synchronicity: The Power of Meaningful Coincidence

Synchronicities link us to an underlying order in the universe that is profoundly reassuring. Here are ways to encourage these moments to show up within our lives. Read More »

Meatless Makeover: A Plant-Based Spin on Classic Dishes

How to turn classic meat recipes into healthy, plant-based versions without losing any taste or texture including vegan popcorn chicken, walnut tacos and mushroom, sage and onion Wellington. Read More »

Practice Yoga to Help the Brain

Research shows that practicing gentle hatha yoga can strengthen the brain and help grow new neurons, similar to the effects aerobic exercise can have on the brain. Read More »

Ronnie Cummins on Growing a Movement

Human rights activist, journalist, author and co-founder of the Organic Consumers Association Ronnie Cummins on regenerative farming, organic food, climate change and the Green New Deal. Read More »

Soothing Scents: Smells of Nature Lower Physiological Stress

Researchers find that natural scents can help to reduce stress. Read More »

Sunscreen Sanction: Palau Bans Chemicals to Save Reefs

Palau is the first country in the world to ban ecologically harmful sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate. Read More »

Take Folic Acid to Reduce Stroke Risk

Researchers found that patients with cardiovascular disease who supplemented with folic acid (vitamin B9) reduced their risk of stroke by 15 percent. Read More »

The Roots of Good Health: Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet

Discover the many benefits of adapting a plant-based diet lifestyle and how to best get started with the right flavorful foods. Read More »

Try Vitamins and Garlic to Lower Gastric Cancer Risk

Chinese researchers discover that antibiotics and vitamin/mineral supplements, specifically supplemental garlic, protects against gastric cancer. Read More »

Vegan Fitness: A Healthy Choice for Body and Planet

A balanced vegan diet can provide everything an active body needs for muscle mass, stamina and recovery while lowering the risk of heart disease. Read More »

Viva Agave: Tequila Waste Turned into Bio-Straws

Tequila maker Jose Cuervo has initiated an eco-friendly process of salvaging the leftover agave fibers from its distilling process and upcycling them into biodegradable drinking straws. Read More »

Waste-to-Energy ‘Matterhorn’: Sustainable Power With a Recreational Bonus

Copenhagen has dramatically refashioned the look and function of a power station with Copenhill, a waste-to-power plant that powers homes and includes a ski slope, a climbing wall and more. Read More »