50th Earth Day Take On Climate Change (Many Events Have Changed due to COVID-19)

Help Collier and Lee counties celebrate victories and support future progress by participating in theses local Earth Day 2020 events. Read More »

Boosting Immunity and Optimizing Social Distancing Time

We talked with local health practitioners & health food store owners about the immune boosting herbs and supplements that SWFL are purchasing in anticipation of preventing the COVID-19 virus Read More »

Wellness Self-Care Technologies: Immune-Boosting Options from Local Practitioners

The numbers are rising for individuals finding new relief in acupuncture, nutrition/food as medicine, homeopathy, and wellness Technologies. Read More »

Community Spotlight: Putting Health Woes in the Rearview Mirror

Dr. Lindsey Berkson, who recently joined the Naples Center for Functional Medicine is a hormone scholar who specializes in anti-aging, and is the author of 19 books. Read More »

Business Spotlight: Access Holistic Healing Offers Several Modalities

Michele Durham uses the same tools she offers her client—BrainTap, Access Bars, Celluma, the Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique, and wellness coaching. Read More »

Acupuncture For Animals: Needles Work Wonders on Pets

Dogs, cats, horses and even animals such as reptiles, rabbits and livestock are reaping the benefits of holistic veterinary acupuncture for injuries, arthritis, immunity disorders and more. Read More »

A Home That Heals: Creating a Nurturing Space

Transform your residence into a sanctuary of peace. Here are ways to reduce clutter and enhance flow to make your house feel like a sacred space that nurtures self-care. Read More »

Breathe Cleaner Air to Help Bone Health

Air pollution has long been linked to lung cancer, stroke and respiratory disease, and now research has found that it can lead to osteoporosis, as well. Read More »

Brigit Strawbridge Howard on Rediscovering Nature

Bee advocate, naturalist and author of Dancing with Bees: A Journey Back to Nature speaks of how immersing herself in the world of bees reawakened her connection to the natural world. Read More »

Climate Warriors Unite: A Call to Action

Awakened by personal concerns and ignited by emerging role models like Greta Thunberg, activists of all ages are learning how to become effective climate change warriors. Read More »

Coal Costs: Closing Plants Saves Lives and Crops

Between 2005 and 2016, the shutdown of coal-fired plants in the U.S. saved an estimated 26,610 lives and the equivalent of around 570 million bushels of corn, soybeans and wheat. Read More »

Consume Grape Seed Extract to Improve Cholesterol and Lower Inflammation

Grape seed extract significantly improves both total and LDL cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels, and lowers markers of inflammation. Read More »

Cool Solution: Biodegradable Cooler Keeps Food Cold and Dry

Igloo has introduced a new, biodegradable cooler made out of paraffin wax and recycled tree pulp called Recool. Read More »

Eat Better to Cut Healthcare Costs

Poor diets and eating habits account for almost 20 percent of heart disease, stroke and diabetes costs in the U.S. Read More »

Flower Power: Botanical Libations Pack Healthy Punch

How to take flowers and other budding botanical elements to create flavorful beverages, including drink recipes using Ayurvedic herbs, dandelions, rose petals and more. Read More »

Healthy Home, Healthy Kids: How to Keep Them Safe

By taking active steps to rid our home of everyday contaminants, we can give our children the clean air, clean water and clean food that they need to thrive. Read More »

Hot Spots: Climate Change City Index for 2050

Temperature changes, water shortages and rising sea levels will impact some of the world’s most populous cities during the next 30 years. Read More »

Making Luck: An Intentional Path to Good Fortune

Research shows that we can, and in fact already do make our own luck. Here's how to quickly, with a little conscious attention, change your luck. Read More »

Moving Through Chronic Pain: How Exercise Can Heal What Hurts

How gentle, gradual exercise routines can help to lower symptoms, enable better physical functioning and boost morale in chronic pain patients with virtually no adverse side effects. Read More »

Nutty News: Eco-Sunscreen Made from Cashew Shells

A “green” sunscreen has been synthesized from discarded cashew-nut shells, providing good UVA and UVB absorbance, which can protect from harmful rays from the sun. Read More »

Planet Rescue: Grassroots Strategies Combat Climate Crisis

Around the globe, green activists of all ages are taking unified action to protect our planet against climate change with resolve, passion, and creativity. Read More »

Plastics Adios: Mexicans Return to Old Ways After Ban

A new law bans popular plastic bags in the Mexican capital, as well as handing out plastic straws, spoons, coffee capsules and other single-use items by 2021. Read More »

Roundup Redux: Organic Standards Clarified for Hydroponics

The USDA has closed a loophole that allowed farmers to spray soil with Monsanto’s glysophate to clear weeds prior to building a “certified organics” hydroponics greenhouse. Read More »

Take Echinacea to Reduce Anxiety

Echinacea angustifolia root extract may be helpful for situation-induced anxiety, indicates a new study. Read More »

Think Outside the House: Expanding Spring Cleaning

Before summer heat sets in, here are ways to expand spring green cleaning to the exterior of the house, yard and car. Read More »

Try Pine Bark to Improve Erectile Function and Cholesterol

Erectile dysfunction, an early diabetic indicator, responds to treatment with pine bark extract, researchers report. Read More »

Unsafe Sipping: Widespread Drinking Water Contamination Found

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has found contamination of U.S. drinking water with manmade “forever chemicals” to be much worse than estimated. Read More »

Environmentally Speaking: Happehatchee Center Under New Ownership

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

Berkson Joins Naples Center for Functional Medicine

The Naples Center for Functional Medicine has added hormone scholar and nutritionist Dr. Lindsey Berkson to its team of experienced physician. Read More »

Free Health Fair at Lotus Blossom Clinic

Experience many ways to reduce stress and improve well-being at a free Spoonful Experiences Health Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 19 at Lotus Blossom Clinic in Fort Myers. Read More »

Learn About Dangers of Breast Implants

Attendees will learn how to identify various symptoms caused by breast implant illness and what tools they can use to help regain health and vitality. Read More »

Quarterly Cool Event at Kenzi MediSpa

Dr. Aldene McKenzie, founder and owner of Kenzi MediSpa, in Naples, will host their Quarterly Cool Event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 22. Read More »

Enroll for Sacred Soul Sanctuary and Nature School

Open house to launch limited enrollment for its 2020-2021 cooperative learning program from 5 to 7:30 p.m. on April 23 in North Naples. Read More »

Studio 37 Offers New Omni Volumination Technique

Betty Ann Murphy, owner of Studio 37 Xtreme Lashes and Hair, in Naples, is now providing the new Omni Volumination Technique as part of her overall facial symmetry analysis. Read More »

Intro to Iyengar Yoga Series at AHA!

Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher Susan Carter will lead a four-week Introduction to Iyengar Yoga series from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. on each Wednesday beginning on April 8 at the AHA! Read More »

Adventures in Wellness Faire in Fort Myers

The Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Fort Myers and Cape Coral will present the Adventures in Wellness Faire from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 11 in the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Bell Tower Shops. Read More »

Licensed Massage Therapist Joins RB Institute

Doug Niven, a licensed massage therapist for more than 30 years, recently joined the staff of owner Robyn Berry at the RB Institute, in Fort Myers. Read More »

New Holistic Practitioner in Cape Coral. Phone Appointments Available!

Hillis Pugh, a soul mentor and energy facilitator who recently moved to Cape Coral from Brooklyn, has begun offering holistic services in our area. Read More »

Napantla Gang to Present Two Events

The Florida gulf Coast University Napantla Gang will present the Multiple Forms of Expression Festival from 1 to 5 p.m. on April 5th on the campus library lawn followed by a bonfire. Read More »

SWFL CannaFest 2020 in Downtown Fort Myers

Seed & Bean Market and PureNative will team up to present Southwest Florida CannaFest 2020 from 1 to 9 p.m. on April 18 on Broadway Street, in downtown Fort Myers. Read More »

Free Seminar on Astrology and Palm Reading

Liffe coaches and card and palm readers Diane Dalpe and Daphne Weld Nichols offer free seminar on the ancient art of astrology and palm reading at 11 a.m. on April 22 in Naples. Read More »

Love Yoga Center Hosts Two Girish Events

World-renowned musician Girish will visit Naples to conduct two events at Love Yoga Center this month. He’ll lead a chanting workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. on April 18th. Read More »

A Omen of Good Luck

When I saw the painting of the red cardinal on this month’s cover, it felt like a good omen. So I decided to set this red bird free to fly throughout our community this month. Read More »