Biweekly Drum Circles Throughout the Year

House of Gaia, in Naples, and the Southwest Florida Community Drum Circle will collaborate to bring cultural family events to Cambier Park, in Naples, each month this year. Read More »

In This Issue: January 2021

Eat Right For Healthy Weight Loss, Rethinking Chronic Illness, Fitness Trends For 2021, Local Events and Much More! Read More »

WELLthier Living: Online Healing Resources at KnoWEwell.com

Imagine a one-stop, online site for healing, health and well-being information, resources and screened providers in a caring, supportive environment. Read More »

Thank Nurses for Healthcare Partnerships

Although opportunities for nurses to serve have expanded in more specialized ways, one thing has never changed in a nurse’s education—how to care for patients in a soothing, calm, comforting way, as well as educate them. Read More »

Maintaining Better Health with Thermography

The start of a new year generally includes personal resolutions for achieving and maintaining better health. Read More »

NCH Embraces a Holistic Modality for Wellness Centers

The opportunity to teach yoga nidra (YN) throughout 2020 at Naples Community Hospital’s (NCH) two wellness centers in Naples is a dream come true for Yvette Sechrist McGlasson, founder of Escape Hatch 2 Wellness, in Naples. Read More »

The Benefits of Concierge Pediatrics

In his second year of medical school, Dr. Brian Thornburg, holistic and board-certified pediatrician and owner of Thornburg Pediatrics, in Naples, had an epiphany during a discussion with a professor. Read More »

Reader Spotlight – Joe Bonasia, Cape Coral resident

Natural Awakenings shares the spotlight on some of our amazing readers and community leaders! Read More »

Train With a Hatfield Protege

Few personal trainers on the planet can make the statement that not only did they meet, learn from, train with and train clients together with Frederick Hatfield. Read More »

Clean Liver Plays Significant Role in the Immune System

If there is one positive outcome from the pandemic we are experiencing, it may be that thousands of individuals are beginning to realize that in order to protect themselves from any virus or infection, it is necessary to have a healthy lifestyle, the foundation of a healthy immune system. Read More »

Antibacterial Antiviral and Antifungal Halotherapy

Sodium chloride used for a variety of purposes is a powerful antibacterial substance that inhibits the growth and multiplying of bacteria by reducing the amount of water present. Read More »

Celebrate Plant-Based Foods at Fort Myers Veg Fest

Enjoy healthy, plant-based foods at the annual Fort Myers Veg Fest, presented by nonprofit aPlantBasedDiet.org, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., January 10, in the center court at Bell Tower Shops. Read More »

Special Offer for Lymphatic Drainage Massages

Mandala Spa, in Naples, provides lymphatic drainage massages that include the use of ultrasound, infrared and electrostimulation. Read More »

Professional Instruction in Low-Back Dysfunction and Pain

Dale Alexander, Ph.D., LMT, will lead a course, Resolving Low-Back Dysfunction and Pain, for licensed massage therapists from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., January 30 and 31, at the Lotus Blossom Clinic, in Fort Myers. Read More »

Paradise Coast Wellness Experience on Zoom

Gwen Peterson, founder of the Spiritual Communities Network (SCN), will host a free Zoom online option to participate in the third annual Paradise Coast Wellness Experience Read More »

Special Offer at Organic Skincare & Bodyworx

Customers receive 10 percent off on detoxing facial treatments through the end of January at Organic Skincare & Bodyworx, in Naples. Read More »

Florida Community of Meditation Online

Regular ongoing online Buddhist Teaching and Meditation events in the Spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh are being presented by the Florida Community of Mindfulness. Read More »

Beautiful Health Adds E-Commerce

Beautiful Health has launched a new e-commerce section of their website with hundreds of products in addition to those at their green boutique and wellness center. Read More »

Stewart Opens Ms.Medicine Practice in Naples

As a primary care physician, Stewart uses a holistic approach to help patients manage chronic health issues and focusing on prevention and overall wellness, including cardiovascular disease prevention, osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment, cancer risk assessment, and stroke and diabetes education and management. Read More »

Special Offer at Spark Health Technologies

Spark Health Technologies, in Naples, is offering new clients a special way to start the new year in experiencing and realizing the health benefits of its ozone sauna. Read More »

Hempra Offers Shipping or Pickup of Cannabidiol Products

Hempra, a new hemp cannabidiol (CBD) beauty and wellness subscription box company based in Naples, offers a wide variety of products from gummies to skin care to support the immune system and serve other health needs. Read More »

Medical Thermal Imaging Expands in Fort Myers

Southwest Medical Thermal Imaging has expanded its services to a new location in Fort Myers. Appointments can be made for Mondays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Read More »

Biofeedback System Boosts Overall Wellness

Lisa Doyle-Mitchell, director of sales and marketing for Lee County for the Natural Awakenings Collier/Lee edition and owner of Blue Star Biofeedback, speaks from her own experience with the mind-body technique that is her professional specialty. Read More »

Holding the Vision in 2021

Welcome to 2021 and our annual health and wellness issue, which marks Natural Awakening’s 27th year of publishing. Read More »

Avoid Fluoride to Lower Risk of Behavioral Issues in Children

Two new studies have linked fluoride exposure to ADHD and other behavioral issues in children. Read More »

Bacteria Powers Animal Magnetic Sense

Researchers hypothesize that some animals are able to sense the Earth’s magnetic fields due to a symbiotic relationship with magnetotactic bacteria. Read More »

Climate Anxiety: Navigating Our Emotions as the Planet Changes

Many of us are anxious and fearful, prompted by the growing realization of being in a state of environmental insecurity caused by climate change. Read More »

Fecal Transplant Helps Caesarean Babies

Babies born from C-section are deprived of contact with bacteria from the mother’s gut microbiome, but new research finds feeding fecal matter mixed with breast milk builds gut flora. Read More »

Frugal Wellness: Healthy Living on a Tight Budget

How to live healthy on a tight budget by setting up a self-care plan, shopping nutritious foods wisely and spending less on gym memberships without sacrificing wellness. Read More »

Generosity Fosters Increased Longevity

A new study suggests that people that share more live longer because the act of giving and receiving increases well-being. Read More »

Healing Pets Holistically: Integrative Vets Treat Root Causes

Combining both conventional and holistic medicine, integrative veterinarians get to the root cause of conditions in dogs, cats and other pets. Read More »

Healing the Whole Child: Holistic Pediatricians Go Beyond Meds

Holistic pediatricians apply evidence-informed, natural, integrative approaches to healing children, emphasizing healthy lifestyle behaviors for overall well-being. Read More »

House Blessings for Clearing and Protecting Spaces

Ways to bless and welcome positive energy into a new house, office or other space with smudging sage, prayers, seasonal flowers, essential oils, crystals, singing bowls and more. Read More »

Improve Muscle Strength with Schisandra

A new study finds that schisandra chinensis may help increase muscle strength and lower lactate levels in aging populations. Read More »

Integrative Hospital Care: Medicine Embraces Holistic Modalities

Thanks to new research and rising patient interest, healing holistic therapies are increasingly being integrated in hospital care across the country. Read More »

Lose Weight Without Dieting: How to Eat to Feel and Look Your Best

Healthy, effective, long-term eating habits rather than unsustainable diets to help with weight loss and overall well-being. Read More »

New Fabric Generates Solar Energy

Scientists have developed a material that works like a luminescent solar concentrator for producing energy directly where needed that can be applied to textiles. Read More »

Nitrous Oxide Hastens Global Warming

Rising nitrous oxide (N20) emissions are jeopardizing the climate goals of the Paris Climate Agreement, according to a study. Read More »

Questions for Pediatricians

Advice to follow and questions to ask when seeking out a pediatrician to care for the health and well-being of your children. Read More »

Slow Fashion: Mending to Extend the Life of Clothing

Reject the harmful environmental impacts of 'fast fashion' and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle by purchasing high quality garments and mending them to prolong their useful life. Read More »

Smiling Makes for More Positive Thoughts

Researchers find that the act of smiling and moving facial muscles can trick our mind into taking a more positive attitude. Read More »

Some Beaches Can Survive Rising Sea Levels

An international team of coastal scientists from around the world has disproved the theory that half the world’s beaches will become extinct over the course of the 21st century. Read More »

Staying Fit in 2021: Workout Trends Bend to the Times

For 2021, fitness will be about better health and inner peace through smaller workout classes, outdoor exercise sessions, remote coaching and cost-effective wellness apps. Read More »

Terry Wahls on Taking Control of Chronic Conditions

Physician Terry Wahls discusses the groundbreaking diet and lifestyle protocol she developed that allows people to take control of their health, reversing many chronic disease states. Read More »

Try Ashwagandha for Anxiety

When combined with select serotonin reuptake inhibitors, ashwagandha root extract has been shown to help improve anxiety levels. Read More »

Try Ginger Extract for Hay Fever

For people suffering from the miseries of allergic rhinitis, better known as hay fever, ginger extract can be just as effective as a popular pharmaceutical product. Read More »

Vitamin D Important for Reducing Risk of Preeclampsia

Prenatal vitamin D can protect against preeclampsia—abnormally high blood pressure during pregnancy—as well as high systolic blood pressure in children during their early and teen years. Read More »