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MAKING FOREVER CHEMICALS GO AWAY
MANMADE COMPOUNDS POSE LASTING THREAT TO OUR HEALTH
by Sheryl DeVore
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Decades ago, environmental groups urged the banning of what are known as forever chemicals, which have been linked to cancer, compromised immune systems and hormonal imbalances, among other health issues. Today, although some of these man-made per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are being phased out, there’s still much to worry about.
“These chemicals are everywhere–in products, in our homes, in our drinking water. They’re even coming down in rain,” says Mike Schade, director of the Mind the Store program of Toxic-Free Future (ToxicFreeFuture.org), a national nonprofit based in Seattle. “This is a growing public health crisis.”
A recent Environmental Working Group (ewg.org) report says that 200 million Americans are likely drinking water contaminated with PFAS, and that these chemicals are even more toxic than once thought. In June, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established new health advisories for these chemicals, warning about the toxicity of even lower amounts in water. The EPA is offering $1 billion in grants initially and $5 billion over time to help remove them from drinking water. Recent research has also shown PFAS detected in sludge used as fertilizer in home gardens. “We need action at all levels of government,” Schade says. “We need states to step up. We need Congress to step up. We need big companies to step up and consumers to take action.”
Origin of PFAS
Since the late 1940s, forever chemicals have been manufactured for use in products such as nonstick cookware; waterproof, water-resistant and stainresistant textiles; dental floss; and food packaging, such as microwave popcorn bags and fast-food containers. Firefighters also use foam that contains the chemicals. “Production and disposal of these chemicals is leading to the contamination of drinking water supplies and surface water bodies all across the country,” Schade says. “It’s a huge issue, especially in the Great Lakes.” “We’re talking about more than 9,000 chemicals,” says Susie
Dai, Ph.D., a leading PFAS researcher and an associate professor of plant pathology and microbiology at Texas A&M University. “Because they contain one of the strongest chemical bonds, the carbonfluorine bond, they are very stable. That makes it difficult for the chemicals to break down and easy for them to accumulate in the environment.”
Several years ago, chemical companies began manufacturing what they deem are less-toxic PFAS. They’re known as either short-chain or alternative PFAS, and include chemicals named GenX and PFBS. “The more that scientists study this very
large class of chemicals, the more that scientists fi nd the replacement chemicals are likely just as toxic,” Schade says. Th e EPA June health advisories include these two new PFAS.
Meanwhile, as public concern grows, 11 states have banned PFAS in food packaging, and Congress is considering a similar ban, says Schade. Whole Foods Market has stopped using the chemicals in food packaging, and Keen, an outdoor shoe brand, has phased out use of PFAS in their products.
In February, Toxic-Free Future sent rain jackets, hiking pants, cloth napkins, bedding and other products marked as stain- or water-resistant to independent labs for analysis. “Seventy-two percent of them contained forever chemicals,” Schade says. Some of these products are manufactured by recreational equipment company REI, which Toxic-Free is urging consumers to write to, asking it to end the practice.
In July, Columbia Sportswear received petitions with 48,000 signatures from the Natural Resources Defense Council and other environmental organizations urging the company to eliminate PFAS from its products. Although it has begun taking steps, Columbia has yet to set a timeline or defi ne PFAS sustainability standards.
“We can minimize the threat of PFAS contamination by turning off the tap on their use,” says Paloma Paez-Coombe, an associate of Environment Illinois, which participated in the petition drive. “One of the best ways we can do that is by getting a major brand like Columbia Sportswear to publicly lead the way.”
Th ese actions, however, won’t fi x the problem of PFAS already
WAYS TO AVOID EXPOSURE TO FOREVER CHEMICALS
Choose textiles and carpeting without water- and stain-repellency. Avoid food with greaseproof packaging, such as microwave popcorn. Stay away from personal care products with perfl uor, polyfl uor or PTFE on the label. Choose PFAS-free products, some of which are listed at pfasCentral.org. Contact businesses to ask them to stop selling products that contain PFAS.
Reach out to legislators to urge the passage of laws to ban PFAS unless their use is essential.
Sources: Toxic-Free Future, Green Science Policy Institute and Environment Illinois. in drinking water. Dai and other researchers have created a new bioremediation technology using plant-based material and fungi that could clean places where forever chemicals have been disposed. She hopes a similar concept can be applied to PFAScontaminated drinking water.
Northwestern University researchers published a paper in August in Science showing PFAS can be destroyed using somewhat harmless chemicals called sodium hydroxide, which is the lye used to make soap, and dimethyl sulfoxide, a medicine for bladder issues. Dai says that before these new approaches, the only way to break down PFAS was to expose them to high temperatures in an incinerator, but that is costly and still introduces harmful chemicals into the environment.
Meanwhile, the Delaware-based chemical company Chemours, a spinoff of Dupont that manufactures PFAS, has fi led a lawsuit against the EPA saying the agency’s most recent health advisory regarding PFAS is based on fl awed science. Chemours is the same company that has been ordered to pay a $12 million fi ne to the state of North Carolina aft er contaminating waterways with PFAS.
Schade surmises, “Th is is an issue that should be of concern to every American, especially when these chemicals are linked to health problems that are on the rise in our communities.”
Sheryl DeVore has written six books on science, health and nature, as well as health and environmental stories for national and regional publications. Read more at SherylDeVore.wordpress.com.
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1
Energy Spa Opening & Special – To celebrate the launch and introduce her services, Zel Rau, owner, is off ering a special rate of $50 for any 1-hr service along with a free 30-min consultation, either in person or virtually, throughout Nov. Wellness Suites, 7935 Airport Rd, Ste 214, Naples. 219-381-9777. ZelRau.com. See ad on page 18, and news brief on page 11.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2
Guided Sound Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Soothing sound and guided meditation experience, followed by discussion and a bit of applied intuitive development. Angela Black uses her intuitive ability to uniquely channel every meditation. $15. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3
Psychic Development – 6:30-8pm. Every month, Laurie Barraco off ers a diff erent topic to enhance your intuitive practice. Nov topic: Learning the divination art of Scrying. $25. The Mystical Moon Ft Myers, 8890 Salrose Ln, Ste 107, Ft Myers. RSVP: 239-939-3339. TheMysticalMoon.com.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5
Illuminate Mind-Body-Spirit-Arts Festivals – 10am-5pm. Exhibits and workshops by local holistic wellness practitioners and artists. Crystals, handmade jewelry and gifts, essential oils, spa products and more. Intuitives, including vetted psychic mediums, angel readers, tarot and oracle card readers, for special rates. Energy healers provide reiki and chakra balancing. Free. Crowne Plaza Fort Myers at Bell Tower Shops, 13501 Bell Tower Dr, Ft Myers. IlluminateFestivals.com. Yoga Nidra Meditation with Crystal & Himalayan Singing Bowls & Herbal Tea by Crone House – 6-7pm. Bring your favorite teacup and a mat or blanket and experience the benefi ts of deep rest meditation. $35. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6
A Full Moon Reiki Retreat – 1-5pm. Join reiki master teachers Pattie Carney and Heather Anderson for this full moon as it invites us to open and receive the light and awareness of spirit and integrate it with our emotional and physical bodies to create balance. Sign up for a 4-hands-on reiki session ($90) following the retreat. $50. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 774-209-9393. LotusBlossomClinic.com. Sound Bath Sunday – 4:45-6pm. Also held Nov 20. Relax and recharge through the healing vibrations of 7 crystal singing bowls, Native American fl ute, drumming, Koshi chimes, singing, toning and more. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239-692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com. Full Moon Sound Bath – 5:30-6:30pm. Bask in the energy of the full moon and crystal and Himalayan singing bowls. Bring a mat/pillow if desired, and a mug for complimentary tea. $20. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us. Posture-Wise Workshop – 6:15-7:30pm. Kandy weaves anatomy, movements, alignment, breathing and awareness in a practical and playful way. No experience needed. $20 Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. Register: yoginikandy62@gmail.com. LotusBlossomClinic.com. Reiki Healing Circle – 7pm. Reiki is a simple, natural and safe method of spiritual healing and selfimprovement that everyone can use. It has been effective in helping illnesses and maladies of physical and spiritual means. $20. House of Spirits Mystical Botanika, 12995 S Cleveland, Ste 108, Fort Myers. RSVP: 239-362-0628. HouseOfSpiritsShop.com.
Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation
– Tuesdays, Nov 8-29. 7-9pm. This 4-wk series supports the practice of mindfulness, developing the skills and attention to become fully present. All levels. Facilitators are Mary Robinson and Chris Lee. Sponsored by Caloosahatchee Mindfulness. $80/ series. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 2, Fort Myers. To register: Tinyurl.com/Nov8Intro.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9
Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. With Laurie Barraco. Unwind and de-stress. Align your chakras. $15. The Mystical Moon Ft Myers, 8890 Salrose Ln, Ste 107, Ft Myers. RSVP: 239-9393339. TheMysticalMoon.com.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Unite for Clean Water – 6pm. Critical zoom meeting. See page 14 for more details. Goddess Circle – 7-8:30pm. With Pam Bzoch. This month honoring the Goddess Bastet. Connect with the divine feminine and like-minded sisters. Circle often includes meditation and ritual. $25. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11
Psychic Fair – 5-8pm. Mini-readings with experienced psychics and healers. Services include mediumship, tarot, reiki, angel, past-life, chakra balancing, intuitive, body scanning, oracle and more. $30/20 mins. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com.
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Crystal Bowl Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. 2nd Fri. With Laurie Barraco. Unwind and de-stress. Align your chakras. $15. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. RSVP: 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12
Art in the Glades – 10am-1pm. Arts and crafts festival. Free. McLeod Park, Everglades City. 239695-2905. Food as Medicine Class – 1:30-4:30pm. Join Dr. David and Deb Martín, and Vickie Gelardi for this popular, medicinal foods sampling class based on the Conquering Any Disease High Phytochemical Food Healing System by Jeff Primack. $35. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. Registration required: 239-277-1399. LotusBlossomClinic.com.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13
Reiki Healing Circle – 5-6pm. Experience an atmosphere of healing while using reiki energy to remove blockages by balancing the many chakra energy channels. $10. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com. Intermediate Natal Chart Astrology Class – 5-6:30pm. Also held Nov 27. Dive deeper into the stars and how they make you who you are, learn about the planetary placements and how they infl uence your houses to create the individual blueprint of you. $20. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16
Wire Wrapping – Learn wire wrapping fundamentals as we make your chosen crystal into wearable art for yourself or a loved one. Class limited to 6 participants. $30 plus price of crystal you choose. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-2089872. CasaShanti.us.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Heart-Centered Confl ict Management – 10am1pm. With Patti Wilson. Explore a heart-centered approach to confl ict. Are you frustrated or hurt by ongoing confl ict that doesn’t seem to have a solution? $60. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 239-270-1876. LotusBlossomClinic.com. Psychic Fair – 10am-4pm. Reiki, tarot readings, clairvoyancy, mediumship, angel oracle card readings, chakra cleansing and clearing, medicine cards, BioMat session. Appointments highly recommended. $25/25 mins. House of Spirits Mystical Botanika, 12995 S Cleveland, Ste 108, Fort Myers. 239-362-0628. HouseOfSpiritsShop.com. Tarot Series – 11am-12:30pm. With Jennifer Garneau. Continue to dive deep into the world of Tarot. This in an interactive in-person workshop. Bring your Rider Waite deck. $25. The Mystical Moon Bonita Springs, 8951 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Ste 255, Bonita Springs. RSVP: 239-301-0655. TheMysticalMoon.com. Psychic Fair – 11am-4pm. Mini-readings with experienced psychics and healers. Services include mediumship, tarot, reiki, angel, past-life, chakra balancing, intuitive, body scanning, oracle and more. $30/20 min. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com. Kickin’ the Blues Music Festival – 4-9pm. Benefi ts Ian recovery eff orts and mental health and suicide prevention. Headlining the music festival are Bill Champlin, Keith Howland and Jeff Coff ey, formerly of the band Chicago, and John Paris, current member of Earth, Wind & Fire. $25. Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St, Bonita Springs. GroundingWire.org.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Money, Boundaries & Childhood Energetics – This class gives tools to establish new boundaries, rewrite old thoughts and patterns surrounding money, and understand how early childhood infl uences those patterns and behaviors. $20. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us. Sound Bath Sunday – 4:45-6pm. Relax and recharge through the healing vibrations of 7 crystal singing bowls, Native American fl ute, drumming, Koshi chimes, singing, toning and more. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Black Friday/Small Business Saturday – Nov 24-25. 9am-3pm, Fri; 11am-4pm, Sat. Shop for the holidays from CasaShanti Emporium’s specimen crystals, metaphysical supplies and home décor. Special prices, pop-up sales and other surprises as you support local small businesses. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-2089872. CasaShanti.us.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 26
Seed and Plant Festival and Exchange – 10am3pm. Hosted by SWFL RESET Center. Includes plant and seed vendors and permaculture experts with educational talks. Seed growers and savers can bring their seeds, seedlings, cuttings and plants to swap and share. $5 donation. Bill Brewer Family Gardens, 13411 Shire Ln, Ft Myers. Register: SeedAndPlantFest.com. See news brief on page 8. Naples Mystic Faire – 10am-6pm. Gathering of area psychics, healers, artists and others. Massage, reiki, animal communication, tarot, mediums, angel portraits and art, feng shui, crystals, candles, incense, spiritual art, books, jewelry, Native American art and drums, mandalas and more. $5, free/age 12 & under. Etudes Dance Studio, 3285 Pine Ridge Rd, Naples. 239-949-3387. MysticFaires.com. See ad on page 36.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 27
Intermediate Natal Chart Astrology Class – 5-6:30pm. See Nov 13 listing. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8
Zoom RESET Conversation – 6pm. Speaker: professor Edwin Everham, department of ecology & environmental studies, on post-Hurricane Ian: Will We Build A More Sustainable Future or Will We Build Back Better or Just Fast and Worse? SWFLReset.org.
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ongoing events
sunday
Love Basics – 8:30-9:30am. Perfect for the beginning yogi. We move slowly, break down poses with lots of verbal alignment cues, use props and introduce pranayama and meditation. All levels welcome. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239-692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com.
monday
ChakraBelly – 6:30-8pm. Luna Moonz leads a bellydance class that combines moving meditation, mindful breathing and stretching with dance. The combination taps into kundalini energy, ignites spiritual awakening, and clears and balances the chakras. $30. CasaShanti, 2052 Cottage St, Ft Myers. 239-208-9872. CasaShanti.us.
tuesday
Vinyasa Flow – 5:45pm. With Kim. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com. Restorative Yoga – 7pm. With Nancy. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com.
wednesday
Qigong – 11am. With Sue. Love Yoga Center, 4949 Tamiami Tr N, Ste 204, Naples. 239-692-9747. LoveYogaCenter.com. Meditation & Qigong – 1-2pm. Join JaySun (Jason) Wechs to learn and practice the ancient art of qigong (Sheng Zhen form), a spiritual form of the practice. $15. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: 239-277-1399. LotusBlossomClinic.com. Guided Sound Meditation – 6:30-7:30pm. Soothing sound and guided meditation experience, followed by discussion and a bit of applied intuitive development. Angela Black uses her intuitive ability to uniquely channel every meditation. $15. Goddess I AM 600 Goodlette Rd N, Naples. 239-228-6949. GoddessIAM.com. A Search for God Edgar Cayce Study Group – 6-8pm. Weekly study group meeting based on the Edgar Cayce readings. New members welcome. Free. Unity of Fort Myers Sanctuary, 11120 Ranchette Rd, Ft Myers. 850-556-7604. JaneSelman@ gmail.com. UnityOfFortMyers.org. Calming Mind for Body Rejuvenation – 6:308pm. Join Jenny Li Ciccone to learn natural healing at all levels by removing hidden mind blocks and clearing stuck energies in the body system. $100/4 sessions. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 2, Fort Myers. To register: 239-277-1399. LotusBlossomClinic.com.
Mystic Faire
Saturday, November 26 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
$5 cover at the door
(Between Livingston & Airport-Pulling) For more information contact Candyce, 239-949-3387 www.mysticfaires.com
thursday
Crystal Bowls Sound Bath Meditation – 6:457:45pm. With Jenny Hong. Experience the healing power of sound vibration with quartz crystal singing bowls. $15. Lotus Blossom Clinic, 6710 Winkler Rd, Ste 3, Fort Myers. To register: JennyLotusBlossom@gmail.com. LotusBlossomClinic.com.
friday
Live Music – 6-9pm. Rotating list of local artists entertain guests in the courtyard. Free. Food & Thought, 2132 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. 239-2132222. FoodAndThought.com.
saturday
Live Music – 6-9pm. Rotating list of local artists entertain guests in the courtyard. Free. Food & Thought, 2132 Tamiami Tr N, Naples. 239-2132222. FoodAndThought.com.
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ACUPUNCTURE
ACUPUNCTURE CENTER OF NAPLES
Dr. Xiu Qiong Cen, AP, OMD (China) 5683 Naples Blvd, Naples 34109 P: 239-513-9232 • F: 239-513-9293 DrCenAcupuncture@gmail.com Licensed acupuncture physician with 28 years experience in acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Experienced in pain management, women’s health, insomnia, migraines, digestion issues and much more. See ad, page 4.
LOTUS BLOSSOM CLINIC
Acupuncture – Oriental Medicine David Martin, AP, DOM Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita 239-277-1399 • LotusBlossomClinic.com
Offering treatment for many health issues: pain, anxiety, stress, PTSD, fertility, heart, strokes, digestive and immune disorders. U.S. veterans: no cost with a V.A. referral.
MIND BODY SOUL ACUPUNCTURE
Dr. Christine Schierozek, DAOM, LAc 9371 Cypress Lake Dr, #14, Ft Myers, 33967 239-600-0039 • mindbodysoulacupuncture.com Board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, specializing in internal diseases, such as IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, bloating, weight gain, constipation, chronic headaches and pain. Acupuncture and herbal medicine without side effects. See ad, page 35.
PHYLLIS C. WEBER, AP
Acupuncture/Oriental Medicine 6249 Presidential Ct, Ste E, Ft Myers 33919 239-841-6611 • GulfCoastAcupuncture.com Specializing in pain, chronic disorders, overall wellness, allergy treatments (NAET) and kinesiology. Acupuncture stimulates the body’s ability to heal all on its own! AP771. AYURVEDA
CHRISTINA CARLIN, AYURVEDIC PRACTITIONER
Ayurveda Clinic, Massage & Yoga Therapy 501 Goodlette-Frank Rd N, Ste A107, Naples 34102 • 239-450-6903 Practicing holistic medicine since 1987. Professional Member of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association, specializing in highly personalized Ayurvedic treatments and lifestyle consultations, Massage and individual Yoga sessions for chronic and acute problems. Pancha Karma, Shirodhara and skin care. Ayurveda and Yoga Study program available. MA0023929, MM0008584, FB0716888. See ad, page 4.
BODYWORK
ART OF HOLISTIC MASSAGE Est. 1991
Alvina Quatrano, LMT FL MA 50896 For Info or Appt: 732-266-5276 AOHMassage.com CDC guidelines followed (mask etc). Zero Balancing, Process Acupressure, Reiki. Webinar classes all discounted; call for registration. Reflexology, SEVA Stress Release, Insomnia, MT’s get CEs. Free selfmassage video at AOHMassage.com.
LUMINOUS HEALING
Tiffany Angelique Hume, LMT, CST, MSS Unwind.be SchedulingTiffany@gmail.com 323-834-8125
Integrative Body, Mind, Spirit Therapy: intuitive, in-depth physical, mental and emotional balancing. CranioSacral therapy, spiritual counseling, intuitive guidance, energy medicine, deep tissue-structural balancing. See ad, page 34.
PAULA TERRY, LMT
239-821-3088, by appt. (Collier & Lee) Trained at the Upledger Institute, Paula utilizes CranioSacral Therapy combined with Heart-Centered Therapy, Somato Emotional Release™, Lymphatic Drainage, love and nurturement to foster the healing your body needs. Doula services. MA35358. Dr. Michele Pelletiere 3411 Bonita Beach Rd, Ste 302, Bonita Springs • 239-949-1222 N.S.A. Practitioner level III. “Healing waves” release tension throughout the body, increasing wellness and quality of life, promoting new strategies for a healthy spine and nervous system.
COLON THERAPY
RB INSTITUTE, INC.
C. Robyn Berry, LMT, CRR, CCT, CLDT 13550 Reflections Pkwy, 5-502 & 5-503, Ft Myers • 239-939-4646 • RobynBerry.com Since 1994, gravity-enclosed UV/Oxygen/Ozone sterilized medical-grade water colonics, therapeutic, relaxing, chair, sports, prenatal massage, Craniosacral/SER, Heart Centered therapy, manual lymph drainage & XP2 System, visceral manipulation, HALO Photonic Blue-Violet Laser Botanical System, Asyra/Quest4 MSA Bio Meridian Stress Analysis, ear candling, Lakota YLEO Raindrop Therapy, Tuning Fork/ Crystal/Bowls Therapy, reflexology, MPS, cupping, ozone steam cabinet and applied ozone therapies, infrared sauna, ionic foot detox by AMD, BEMER sessions, Power Plate, Hyperbaric Chamber, PER 2000 PEMF and notary. MM7376.
COMPOUNDING PHARMACY
UPTOWN CHEMIST
Pharmacy, Compounding, Wellness Norman Ruiz-Castaneda, PharmD, Owner/ Pharmacist 2700 Immokalee Rd, Ste 24, Naples 239-431-4217 • UptownChemist.com Norman is a licensed pharmacist with 15+ years of experience, specializing in compounding. He offers a personable approach in consultation, practicing with integrative medicine and fostering a relationship with the prescribing doctor; creating a “hometown” pharmacy for all of our patients.
DENTAL HEALTH
ROGER J. PINT, MPH, DMD
9200 Bonita Beach Rd, Ste 111 Bonita Springs, 34135 • 239-676-8730 BonitaDentalStudio.com Dr. Pint can join your health journey and play a role in minimizing toxicity; this includes protection while removing dental materials plus consultation. All X-rays are digital and minimal. See ad, page 19.
Dr. Lindsey Berkson, MA, DC, CNS, DACBN, CAN 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 239-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com Dr. Lindsey Berkson is a hormone scholar and functional medicine specialist focusing on hormones, anti-aging and medical nutrition at Naples Center for Functional Medicine. See ad, page 39.
NAPLES CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Eduardo Maristany, MD 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 239-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com Eduardo Maristany, M.D. is a board-certifi ed internal medicine physician trained in functional/integrative medicine, genomic interpretation, and anti-aging. Dr. Maristany incorporates genomic intelligence and cutting-edge tools to provide his patients with comprehensive genetic health risks and benefi ts, and a personalized health plan for optimal wellness. See ad, page 39.
NAPLES CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE
Carol L. Roberts, MD 800 Goodlette Rd N, Ste 270, Naples 34102 239-649-7400 • NaplesCFM.com Carol L. Roberts, M.D. has practiced functional/integrative/holistic medicine for 25 years. She provides patients with testing to uncover causes of chronic illness, guidance in resolving health issues and education to assist the patient in her own healing. She is Medical Director at the Naples Center for Functional Medicine, formerly the Hughes Center. See ad, page 39. Internal Medicine, Functional Medicine Office: 239-444-5636 • UpstreamMD.com Dr. Torres is a board-certifi ed internist with over 17 years of experience and knows the limitations of conventional internal medicine. She is among the few Certifi ed Practitioner M.D.s, trained by the Institute For Functional Medicine. See ad, page 9.
HEALTHY DINING
FOOD & THOUGHT ORGANIC FARM MARKET & CAFÉ
2132 Tamiami Trl N, Naples 239-213-2222 • FoodAndThought.com Open: Mon-Sat, 7am-9pm; and Sun, 8am-4pm. Florida’s only 100% organic market and café. Fresh produce delivered daily. Homemade breakfast, lunch and dinner. See ad, page 8.
HOLISTIC CENTER
ACCESS HOLISTIC HEALING & HYPNOSIS
Michele Durham, CHHP, AANWP, CH, MBA 840 111th Ave N, Ste 8, Naples, 34108 239-776-2211 • info@accessholistichealing.com AccessHolisticHealing.com Certifi ed Holistic Health & Hypnosis Practitioner specializing to rebalance the mind/body/spirit. Off ering sound and light therapy for pain, medical-grade dry salt and infrared sauna, crystals, books and more. See ad, page 19. 12995 S Cleveland Ave, Ste 108, Ft Myers 239-362-0628 HouseOfSpiritsShop@gmail.com Visit us on Facebook & Instagram Intuitive readings, tarot/oracle decks, oils, incense, candles, books, statues, crystals, reiki, monthly psychic fairs, seances, classes and BioMat therapy. A warm atmosphere and positive energy with unique and unusual items to purchase. Se habla Espanol.
NATURAL & ORGANIC MARKET
ADA’S NATURAL MARKET
7070 College Pkwy, Ft Myers 33907 Mon-Sat: 9am-8pm, Sun: 9am-7pm Ph: 239-939-9600 • Fax: 239-288-6210 AdasMarket.com Natural and organic produce and grocery items. Vitamins and supplements. Organic juice and smoothie bar. New Green Leaf Café. Market-prepared foods. 1000s of gluten-free items. See ad, page 3.
NATURAL & ORGANIC PRODUCTS
ANATTA
447 Broadway, Ste 204 New York City, NY 10013 347-762-1268 • AnattaMarket.com Anatta is a global online marketplace for natural, organic and raw products from farmers worldwide. The newly-formed company’s products include a variety of essential oils and waters, and its unique business model eliminates overhead costs by connecting customers directly with farmers.
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UPLIFTING HUMANITY
We use the strongest Neodymium bio-magnets (4000 gauss) to attach our “‘tudes” to our bases. These bio-magnets help to overcome the harmful effects of EMFs by increasing cellular energy and vitality. Interchangeable, beautiful and most are designed with powerful gems with your health in mind. See ad, page 6.
NUTRITION
D-SIGNED NUTRITION, LLC
Dee Harris, RDN, LDN, CDE Bonita Bay Executive Center 3531 Bonita Bay Blvd, Ste 300, Bonita Sprgs 239-676-5249 • D-SignedNutrition.com Nutrition is our lifeblood. Healing with food starts with a personalized plan to address inflammation, nutrient insufficiencies, toxic burden and imbalances in the body. See ad, page 12.
MARCY HESS, BS
501 Goodlette Rd N, Ste C208, Naples 239-231-6028 ThePerfect10Strength@gmail.com Looking and feeling strong and healthy is the first reason for working with a nutrition coach. Let me help you get back on track for life without dieting! See ad, page 33.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
PEACEFUL SUMMIT COUNSELING
Jennifer Vear Hoy, MS 1048 Goodlette-Frank Rd N, #201, Naples, 34102 • 239-450-8090 Specializing in grief/loss, assertiveness training, anxiety, anger management, addictions, depression and relationship problems. See ad, page 14.
YOGA
MEREDITH MUSICK, LMT, E-RYT 2000
239-269-8846 Master Yoga Teacher and massage therapist with 28 years experience, serving Naples since 1999. Sundamaged skin repair clinician, Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage, sports and neuromuscular therapy, cranio facial and TMJ relief, heal injuries. Improve posture: alignment-based yoga and posture classes.
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OPPORTUNITY
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