Opportunity to Participate in Algae Air Study

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Environmental Health (CDC/NCEH) is conducting a Cyanotoxins in Air Study, and people that live or work near Cape Coral canals, the Caloosahatchee River, Lake Okeechobee and St. Lucie River can participate. Read More »

Peace Day Returns at New Location

The 14th Southwest Florida Peace Day Celebration will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on September 19 at a new location, the Wa-Ka-Hatchee Park, in Fort Myers. Read More »

Fort Myers Laser Dentistry has New Owners

Gerald and Suzanne Lorino, both DMD practitioners, became the new co-owners of Fort Myers Laser Dentistry in June. Read More »

Special Package, Staff Opening at Beautiful Health

Beautiful Health, in Naples, is offering a special facial package. Customers that that buy three of their signature deluxe facials in August with specialty peel or mask can get another one for free, a savings of $185. Read More »

Mahany to Host Vegan Potluck Events

Sue Mahany, owner of Spark Health Technologies, will host her first vegan potluck event for up to 10 people from noon to 2 p.m. on August 29 and the last Sunday of each month at her home in Naples. Read More »

Experience Project Nature Connect

Project Nature Connect (PNC) Facilitator and Educator Janet Weisberg will lead a nonverbal nature connect experience event beginning at 10 a.m. on August 14 at Cambier Park, in Naples. Read More »

Learn About Ultrasonic Cavitation

Purely You Spa, in Naples, will conduct a special in-person and Zoom presentation on ultrasonic cavitation (liposuction), a recently added service, at 3 p.m. on August 26. Read More »

Spirit Fest in Punta Gorda

The Spirit Fest: Metaphysical and Holistic Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on August 21 and 22 at the Charlotte Harbor Event Center, in Punta Gorda. Read More »

Life Coaching as a Self-Care Modality

When considering modalities to include in a self-care routine it may prove helpful to include a life coach that can assist in shedding light on internal narratives, negative self-talk and the development of good coping skills. Read More »

Easing Parental Coronavirus Anxieties

Numerous psychologists and medical doctors are busy sharing advice with patients that have school-aged children preparing to leave behind their virtual teachers for an in-the-flesh live version in a brick-and-mortar classroom. Read More »

Get Knowledgeable Help with Hemp-Based Choices

Six years of working in different Breckenridge and Boulder, Colorado, dispensaries licensed to sell cannabidiol (CBD) and medical marijuana products gave Stacy Roberts the opportunity to gain experience she now uses to consult with customers at the Hempra retail store in Naples she co-owns. Read More »

House of Gaia Opens the Positive Psychology Center

Lulu Carter, an expert on happiness who studied at the Happiness Studies Academy has observed how character strengths play a significant role in the pursuit of happiness and peace of mind. Read More »

Chinese Massage Therapy

Chinese massage therapy practiced at Holistic Happy Feet, in Naples, is a holistic approach to health care that helps the body repair itself from physical ailments, revitalizes the body and mind, and induces a state of relaxation. Read More »

Reader Spotlight!

Meet Naples resident Lisette Morales. Read More »

Cleanzing Waters Products are Seriously Sustainable

When Barbara Sabran and her husband Ira founded Cleanzing Company, LLC, in Naples, they were determined to do their part in solving one of the world’s biggest problems, the over-proliferation of plastics in our waterways and oceans and the impact on the creatures that live there and humans. Read More »

The Happiness Issue

Preparing for this month’s “Happiness” issue was a great reminder that no matter what’s happening in our lives there are things we can do to help ourselves feel more love and joy every day. Read More »

Alberto Villoldo on Shamanic Healing

Alberto Villoldo, psychologist, medical anthropologist and best-selling author, discusses how shamans today combine ancient wisdom teachings with cutting-edge neuroscience to heal. Read More »

Avoid Air Pollutants to Protect Children’s Mental Health

Exposure to even moderate levels of traffic-related air pollutants during childhood results in a greater risk of mental illness by age 18, report researchers. Read More »

Avoid Sugary Drinks to Reduce Colorectal Cancer Risk

Drinking two sugary drinks per day from ages 13 to 18 increases the risk of colorectal cancer by 32 percent in women by age 50. Read More »

Back-to-School Wellness: Tips to Keep Kids Healthy

Parents can ensure children’s health and well-being as they go back to school with these tips for kid's healthy food, family communication, adequate sleep and more. Read More »

Bug Battle: How to Keep Mosquitoes at Bay

Mosquitoes aren’t just an annoyance; they can carry infectious diseases, so it’s important to know the best ways to keep them at bay, including natural bug repellents. Read More »

Cactus Poachers Are Denuding Deserts

More than 30 percent of the world’s 1,500 or so cactus species are threatened with extinction, and criminal scavengers are primarily to blame. Read More »

‘Clean the Garden’ Kimchi

This easy kimchi recipe turns common garden veggies into a spicy probiotic ferment that’s loaded with good bacteria and health benefits. Read More »

Eat Oily Fish to Live Longer

A new large-scale analysis suggests that omega-3s from oily fish may extend lifespan. Read More »

Eat Produce to Lower Stress and Heart Disease

Research finds that eating one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables a day lowers blood pressure and risk of heart disease, while two cups of fruits and vegetables a day can decrease stress levels. Read More »

Microbiome Linked to Risk of Death from Disease

Researchers found that greater numbers of bacteria in the gut from the Enterobacteria family increase the risk of death from cancer, respiratory disorders and gastrointestinal disease. Read More »

Pickled Watermelon Radishes

Enjoy fresh radishes year-round with this flavorful recipe for pickled watermelon radishes. Read More »

Pineapple Tepache

Tepache is a wonderful, effervescent, lightly fermented pineapple beverage. It’s made from the skins and core of pineapple, making use of the parts typically discarded. Read More »

Pollinator-Friendly Yards: Gardening for Wildlife with Native Plants

Create a pollinator-friendly yard with these gardening and landscape tips for choosing native plants, mowing less often, and avoiding pesticide use. Read More »

Power Up Fido: Five Ways to Strengthen Your Dog’s Immune System

Five ways to build resilient immune systems in dogs to stave off disease, keep them healthy, promote optimal wellness, reduce trips to the vet and extend their lives. Read More »

Preserving the Harvest: Classic Ways to Store Garden Bounty All Year

Preservation techniques to help capture the bounty of the garden harvest or farmers' market hauls through canning, dehydrating, refrigerator pickling, fermentation or cold storage. Read More »

Smiling Can Make Us Happier

The benefits of smiling including increased happiness, reduced stress and anxiety, lowered blood pressure and heart rate and less pain. Read More »

Soil Regulators Soft on Pesticide Use

A new study recommends changes in how regulatory agencies like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) assess the risks posed by the nearly 850 approved pesticide ingredients. Read More »

Superfund Mine-Polluted Stream Restorations See Success

Large investments made to clean up acid drainage into streams and rivers polluted by toxic metals from abandoned mining sites are yielding success. Read More »

Textile Manufacturers Fight Climate Change

With a goal of 45 percent reduced CO2 emissions from textile fiber and material production by 2030, Textile Exchange is pushing for urgent climate action. Read More »

Think Yourself Happy: Seven Ways to Change Your Mind and Be Happier

Simple, research-based methods to change our thinking, rewire our brains and ultimately, increase our levels of happiness. Read More »

Unleash Your True Potential: Working with a Life Coach Can Help

The benefits of working with a life coach to better understand ourselves and lead fulfilled lives, including tips for hiring the right coach for individual needs. Read More »

UN Methane Report Faults Big Meat and Big Dairy

With livestock contributing 32 percent of the methane footprint, there is a great need to regulate and mitigate methane emissions from global meat and dairy companies. Read More »

Water Sports for a Total Body Workout: Cool Ways to Stay Fit this Summer

Waterskiing, stand up paddle boarding (SUP), river rafting, kayaking, SUP yoga and other summer water sports that improve bone density, elevate mood and engage major muscle groups. Read More »

Well-Being Basics

Choose happiness by taking these research-supported daily actions to enhance overall well-being. Read More »

Zucchini Bacon

This recipe for a vegan take on bacon uses seasoned, dehydrated zucchini strips for a healthy, plant-based snack. Read More »