A Fresh Start

Happy New Year! Are you ready for 2024? 2023 was kind of a blur for me because it seems like I was right here, welcoming a new year, just a couple of months ago. It does not seem like 12 months have passed. Read More »

Aging with Energy

For people who do not enjoy the traditional gym experience, DexaFit offers a Smart Gym that provides specialized machines which allow for effective workouts done in a fraction of the time in a supervised, semi-private setting. Read More »

Natural Awakenings' 30th Anniversary

It was 30 years ago this month that Natural Awakenings was first launched in Naples, Florida. We offer a heartfelt thank you to the loyal readers that have come to know and love this media brand and allowed it to flourish. Read More »

Diagnostics, Treatments and Products at A Better Way Health Food Store

Better Way Health Food Store's owner, Dr. Mary Sabal, DC, RN, sees patients in an office attached to A Better Way in treatment rooms designed for Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and the ProtecSpine System. Read More »

Treatment for Brain Diseases and Disorders

Treatment for BrDr. Douglas Brown at Mind Performance Center in Foley, AL, provides a precision-medicine, multi-prong approach to brain related diseases and disorders such as Alzheimer’s, dementia, depression, ADHD and others. Read More »

Healthy Food and Drink Options at Press & Co.

Located in the heart of Olde Towne Daphne, AL, Press & Co. is a local, organic cold press juicery and eatery that takes pride in providing nutritious superfood and beverage options. Read More »

Boost Metabolic Function and Improve Wellness with NAD+

Specially trained in IV therapies and functional medicine, enrG Wellness practitioners have over 100 years combined experience. The goal of enrG Wellness’ professionals is to deliver the highest quality care. Read More »

Hillstar Health: Transformative Health and Wellness for 2024

Integrative Healthcare of Lower Alabama has announced its rebranding to Hillstar Health. Owner and functional medicine certified nurse practitioner Tara McLellan is now practicing full-time to provide patients with tools and staff support needed for a thriving, balanced life. Read More »

Protecting Our Waterways

Clean Water Alabama recently completed a yearlong project which involved producing an Activity and Coloring book for elementary school children. Read More »

Recovery: A Key Component for Wellness

Many people forget that the recovery process can be just as important as exercise when trying to improve the health of many systems of the body. Without rest, the body exists in a permanently injured state and will not improve or adapt adequately to the exercise. Read More »

Well-Being Through Groundbreaking EMF Technology

The New You Miracle Band has introduced Shungite jewelry and room decor designed to alleviate insomnia and pain; enhance energy levels; detoxify the mind, body and spirit; and protect against EMFs and 5G radiation. Their pet line extends the benefits to furry friends. Read More »

Graceful Aging: Living Longer, Healthier and More Fulfilled

People are living longer, and as we age, we increasingly become aware of a desire to remain healthy, vibrant and active for as long as possible. Read More »

Sharon Bruckman on Celebrating a Labor of Love

In 1994, Sharon Bruckman started Natural Awakenings in Naples, Florida. With the help of partners and collaborators, she turned that single edition into a national franchise. Read More »

Kiwi Chia Pudding

Made with chia seeds, kiwi, pistachios, flax milk, vanilla and maple syrup. Read More »

Salmon and Roasted Veggie Salad

Baked Salmon with carrot, cauliflower, broccoli and mushrooms. Read More »

Roasted Beet and Pistachio Salad

Beets with the pistachios, spinach leaves, vinegar and olive oil. Read More »

Thyroid-Friendly Eating: How to Treat Hypothyroidism With Food

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly five in 100 Americans suffer from hypothyroidism, which occurs when the body does not produce adequate amounts of thyroid hormones. Thyroid health can be achieved by eating clean, unprocessed foods and maintaining appropriate levels of iodine. Read More »

Letting the Seasons Enrich Us

For most, the first half of our lives is spent on our careers, nourishing family and investing in our dreams. Before we know it, we are presented with the question of what comes next. Read More »

Growing Young in Nature: How Seniors Heal in the Great Outdoors

Spending time outdoors can markedly improve a person’s physical, mental and emotional well-being. Read More »

Preventing Falls in Advanced Age: Essential Tips for a Life in Balance

Discover how to prevent falls with our top 5 actionable tips. Prioritize your safety and embrace a balanced, healthy lifestyle to confidently navigate everyday obstacles. Read More »

Individualized Alzheimer’s Treatments: A New Frontier in Disease Reversal

Given the costs and burdens of Alzheimer's disease, many people wonder whether the disease is reversible. Recent discoveries indicate that may be possible. Read More »

Kidfluencers: Using Social Media for Positive Change

Social media has made it easier than ever to share ideas, and today’s generation of digital natives are adept at using it. Read More »

Rewards of Animal Ownership: How Pets Enhance Human Well-Being

When stress and cognitive decline are prevalent concerns, the role of companion animals in promoting human cognitive health has gained significant attention. Read More »

Sleep Regularity for Longer Life

A recent study highlights that sleep regularity is a powerful predictor of mortality risk. Read More »

Blood Test to Detect Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers led by a team from Duke Health have developed a blood test to detect Parkinson’s disease. Read More »

Fluoride Exposure and Cognitive Deficits in Children

According to U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention nearly 73 percent of Americans have fluoridated water; there is growing concern about the negative effects of fluoride exposure. Read More »

Blood Markers of Long COVID Identified

Recent findings reported in the journal Nature may help scientists develop a blood test to diagnose Long COVID. Read More »

Upcycling Plastics Into Soap

Plastic waste has become a global environmental crisis, leading scientists to explore innovative methods for reusing and transforming it. Read More »

Tracking a Prehistoric Woolly Mammoth

Scientists have successfully followed the movements of a 17,000-year-old woolly mammoth named Kik, shedding light on the ancient mammal’s epic journeys across Alaska. Read More »

Avoiding the Singularity

Singularity is a hypothetical future point where technological growth becomes uncontrollable and irreversible. It was thought to be decades away, giving humans time to plan. But Ben Goertzel, Ph.D., CEO of SingularityNET and a leading artificial-intelligence scientist, predicts that singularity is fewer than 10 years away. Read More »

Vanishing Bananas

The Most Popular Banana in The World Could Vanish. Here's Why. Read More »

Graceful Aging Webcast Series

Join Natural Awakenings and KnoWEwell for an inspirational Graceful Aging webcast series, the first of which begins with Gladys McGarey, M.D., the Mother of Holistic Medicine. Read More »

Finding the Right Eco-Friendly Roof

While a house is usually a family’s biggest investment, sustainable improvements can be made to make it an environmental asset, too. Read More »