Mental Health Expert Offers Tools for Trauma

Sponsored Content Hurricane Ian’s high winds and life-threatening storm surge left many of us traumatized and needing relief. Read More »

Get a Lift with Professional Life Coaching

Originally from the Boston area and now a Naples resident, Samantha Tierney’s newest endeavor, Fly Your Kite Life Coaching, is catching the wind and sailing high in the sky on its early test run. Read More »

Mind Body Soul Acupuncture

Medically trained in Western and Eastern medicine in Germany and the U.S., Dr. Christine Schierozek is a licensed acupuncturist, with a doctorate and master's degree in acupuncture and Oriental medicine, four bachelor’s degrees, three of which are in languages, and one in health science. Read More »

American Mold Experts

There’s no better time to discuss mold remediation, now that Hurricane Ian has left so many homes in Southwest Florida waterlogged and in need of a mold inspection. Read More »

In the Eye of the Storm

Everyone I talk to has a Hurricane Ian story if they live in Southwest Florida or love someone that does. Read More »

New Energy Spa Open in Naples

The Energy Spa opened on November 1 in the Wellness Suites at Suite 214, 7935 Airport Road. As a grand opening special, she is offering a special rate of $50 for any one-hour service. Read More »

Bodywork Services by Luminous Healing

Tiffany Angelique Hume, owner of Luminous Healing Luminous Healing, recently relocated from Los Angeles to Naples, providing in-person bodywork services and phone counseling. Read More »

Herbal Services Expert in Our Area

Naples-based clinical herbalist Carmen Portner, founder of Holistic Harmony and Luna Rosa farm, is now offering health services online in our area Read More »

Community Events at Casa Shanti

From belly dancing to astrology and creating crystal artwork, CasaShanti is presenting a wide variety of classes at its Fort Myers location this month. Read More »

Special and Weekly Events at Lotus Blossom Clinic

Lotus Blossom Clinic, in Fort Myers, will present many special events in November, as well as ongoing weekly classes, kicking off with a Full Moon Reiki Retreat, led by reiki masters Pattie Carney and Heather Anderson, from 1 to 5 p.m., November 6 Read More »

Ada's Market Embraces Community

"Helping our community stay well during these difficult times. Ada’s loves Southwest Florida.” Read More »

SWFL RESET Center Seed and Plant Festival Exchange

On November 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the SWFL RESET Center is hosting a seed and plant festival and exchange. Read More »

Reader Spotlight Meet Sherry Slater, Fort Myers resident

Meet Sherry Slater, Fort Myers resident. Read More »

Environmentally Speaking: Unite for Clean Water

Environmentally speaking is intended to alert, inform and educate residents of Collier and Lee counties about educational events and threats that challenge our unique and delicate Southwest Florida ecosystem. Read More »

12 Quick Fixes for Anxiety: Simple Strategies for Mental Well-Being

Useful anti-anxiety strategies from mental health professionals to help ease us through anxious moments. Read More »

Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

This simple recipe for gluten-free blueberry muffins uses almond flour for a healthy treat. Read More »

Caregiving Companions: The Many Benefits of Service, Therapy and Emotional Support Animals

Animals offer support to humans, providing therapy and emotional support and being attentive service animals for medical assistance. Here are the types of access each animal is given. Read More »

Concrete Made with Rubber Refuse

Scientists have produced good-quality concrete in which all of the aggregate has been replaced with tire particles. Read More »

Cool Pavement Program

Applied on top of existing asphalt pavement, cool pavement road treatment reflects heat, which is especially needed in heat island areas. Read More »

Different Fibers Produce Different Results

New research indicates that not all fibers are equal in their effect on different species of probiotics in the intestines. Read More »

Eco-Skiing: Planet-Friendly Ways to Hit the Slopes

Many alpine ski resorts are going green, enabling enthusiasts to reduce their impact on the planet while enjoying the winter sport. Here’s some eco-information, as well as money-saving tips. Read More »

Fruit and Vitamin B6 May Relieve Anxiety and Depression

Studies find that consuming fruit and vitamin B6 can help depression and anxiety levels. Read More »

Google Downplays Flight Emissions

Google has taken a key driver of global warming out of the carbon calculator embedded in the company’s Google Flights search tool, making journeys appear less impactful on the environment. Read More »

Gratitude is Good Medicine

Practicing gratitude daily can lower inflammatory markers, influence epigenetics, improve the immune system and even help the heart, adding years to life. Read More »

Gut-Healing Smoothie

This gut-healthy smoothie recipe includes ingredients that increase beneficial bacteria in the gut. Read More »

Longevity Diet Involves Fasting, Too

What research finds the optimal longevity diet to include as far as foods and timing of meals. Read More »

Making Forever Chemicals Go Away: Manmade Compounds Pose Lasting Threat to Our Health

Although some man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), known as forever chemicals, are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about. Read More »

Mislabeling Found in Some Immunity Supplements

Researchers tested 30 top immunity supplements and found that only 13 contained the exact ingredients listed on their labels. Read More »

One-Sixth of U.S. Tree Species Could Go Extinct

Facing threats from invasive pests, climate change and habitat loss, up to 135 tree species—about one-sixth of those found in the continental U.S.—could be lost forever. Read More »

Plastic Recycling Hoax Revealed

20 states have passed bills to exempt chemical recycling facilities from waste management requirements, despite evidence that most facilities actually incinerate the plastic they receive. Read More »

Quinoa and Beetroot Salad with a Hint of Mint

This recipe for quinoa salad topped with beetroot and mint makes for a healthy, mood-boosting meal. Read More »

Rachel Jones on Grief in the Healthcare Front Lines

In her book, Grief on the Front Lines: Reckoning with Trauma, Grief and Humanity in Modern Medicine, Rachel Jones examines the emotional challenges that healthcare workers face. Read More »

Skiing for Fitness and Pure Fun: Tips for Enjoying Alpine and Nordic Styles

Whether it’s the thrill of alpine skiing downhill or the serene pleasure of Nordic cross-country skiing, strapping on skis makes winter more enjoyable. Read More »

Staying Serene in Turbulent Times: How to Turn Anxiety into Positive Action

Our collective anxiety levels are at an all-time high. These strategies from mental health experts can help us to move from anxiety into effective action. Read More »

Stretching and Balance Exercises Can Avert Mental Decline

To protect against memory loss, simple stretching and balance exercises work as well as hard-driving aerobics, concludes a new study. Read More »

The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids

Art therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder. Read More »

The Gut-Brain Connection: How Food Affects Our Mood

Exploring the gut-brain axis and the role that microorganisms in the gut play in mental health conditions like anxiety, stress, depression and other disorders. Read More »

Urban Crops Can Have Higher Yields Than Conventional Farming

A new study shows that urban gardens and hydroponics can thrive and may exceed the yields of rural farms. Read More »