Daytona/Volusia/Flagler Edition - September 2025 Welcome to the September 2025 issue, jam packed with information on how to improve your gut health! Jacksonville/St. Augustine Edition - September 2025 Full Digital Issue Read More » Daytona/Volusia/Flagler Edition - September 2025 Full Digital Issue Read More » Embracing Calm in the Heart of Nature The Pleasant Life, LLC Wellness Retreat: A Day at the Arboretum will unfold this October 18 in Jacksonville at the Jacksonville Arboretum & Gardens. Read More » High-Vibrational Healing EneRay Temple of Healing will present Community Wellness Day, a five-hour immersive experience focused on emotional and energetic well-being. Read More » Jacksonville Beach Wellness Center Offers Holistic Healing Through Tai Chi Gung Circle of Chi Wellness Center, organized by Tai Chi Gung Teacher and President Nate Butler, offers standing and sitting Tai Chi Gung classes six days a week at its Jacksonville Beach location. Read More » Holistic Spa Brings Panchakarma to Jacksonville Coming this fall, Seventh Wonder Holistic Spa will introduce Panchakarma, an Ayurvedic detox program beginning September 1 and continuing through December 30 at its Jacksonville location. Read More » Restoring Balance from the Inside Out This spring, I wasn’t sure I had the heart for my raised bed garden. Read More » Holistic Living & Healing Expo Returns to Orange Park with Over 60 Wellness Vendors The sixth annual Holistic Living & Healing Expo will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., September 27 at the Thrasher-Horne Center, in Orange Park. Read More » Register Today for Wise Traditions Annual Conference In its 25th year, the Wise Traditions Annual Conference attracts attendees from across the U.S. and even from other countries. Read More » Probiotics Help Combat Acid Reflux and GERD Probiotics support a balanced gut biome and promote overall well-being. Read More » City Council Candidate's Campaign Connects Wellness With Smarter City Planning Jacksonville native April Ethridge announces her candidacy for City Council with a focus on how local government decisions shape community health. Read More » Buddhist Center Offers Space for Inner Peace in Jacksonville Maitreya Kadampa Buddhist Center, guided by Resident Teacher Kadam Carol Lutker, provides a quiet place in Jacksonville where the teachings of Modern Buddhism can be practiced in daily life. Read More » Naturalis Helps Individuals Restore Energy and Vitality Naturalis LLC, in New Smyrna Beach, offers a holistic approach to healing that blends multiple therapeutic modalities to restore balance and improve overall wellness. Read More » Patients Seek Natural Solutions for Fatigue and Brain Fog The Physics of Health, LLC, helps patients restore balance and achieve long-term well-being through biofeedback testing that identifies sensitivities and imbalances. Read More » Wellness Center Restores Energy With Hydration and Nutrient Care The Flagler Wellness Center, in Palm Coast, is dedicated to transforming patient well-being through personalized care that emphasizes hydration, energy and balance. Read More » Heath’s Recognized for Best Organic Produce and Service Heath’s Natural Foods in New Smyrna Beach has been a trusted destination for organic groceries, supplements and fresh prepared foods since 1970. Read More » Gut-Centered Approach Improves Digestion and Overall Wellness B Well B Healthy, in Daytona Beach, helps clients improve wellness by focusing on the gut as the foundation of health. Read More » Balancing the Gut: Investing in Our Inner Ecosystem Gut microbes shape digestion, immunity, and mood—but stress, meds, and processed foods can disrupt balance. Small lifestyle shifts help restore this vital inner ecosystem. Read More » Patrick Hanaway on Healing the Whole Person Dr. Patrick Hanaway shares his insights on access to functional medicine and its benefits as well as the role of gut microbiome and food on our health. Read More » Sweet and Tart: The Joys of Homemade Fruit Shrubs Fruit shrubs, tangy syrups made from fruit, sugar, and vinegar, offer gut-friendly benefits and a sustainable way to preserve seasonal produce. Read More » Farro Salad With Apple Spice Shrub Toasty farro, sweet potatoes, apples, and kale shine under a bright apple spice shrub dressing in this hearty fall-inspired salad. Read More » Fig Shrub Panzanella This roasted squash and sourdough panzanella gets a bold upgrade with fig shrub vinaigrette, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella. Read More » Wild Rice Side Dish Pomegranate shrub, pistachios, and wild rice come together in a vibrant, herb-laced salad that’s sweet, tart, and packed with texture. Read More » A Gentler Grip on the Wheel of Life Letting go of rigid control can reveal life's spontaneity, much like a dancer trusting muscle memory when the music begins. Read More » Ocean Harvests: Eco-Friendly Benefits of Seaweed Seaweed farming improves marine ecosystems, sequesters carbon, and offers sustainable food, fertilizer, and plastic alternatives. Read More » Gut Restorative Yoga: Poses That Bridge the Gut-Brain Axis Gentle yoga poses and breathwork can ease digestive issues by activating the parasympathetic system and supporting gut-brain harmony. Read More » Oral Health Benefits of Yoga: Surprising Ways To Improve a Smile Yoga may help prevent gum disease by reducing stress-driven inflammation and supporting posture, breathing, and oral microbiome balance. Read More » Childhood Friendships: How To Support a Kid’s Social Development Supporting children’s friendships means modeling calm, emotional presence and letting kids navigate social growth with empathy and trust. Read More » Guide to Canine Hormonal Balance: Strategies To Overcome Spay-Neuter Syndrome Early spaying or neutering may disrupt canine hormone health; natural diets, herbs, and glandular support can help restore balance. Read More » Food Companies To Discontinue Food Dyes Major food brands will remove synthetic dyes by 2026, responding to health concerns over behavioral effects in children. Read More » Global Integration of Traditional Medicine WHO’s new strategy supports research and regulation of traditional medicine while protecting Indigenous rights and safety standards. Read More » Cranberry Products for Urinary Tract Infections Cranberry juice and capsules may prevent UTIs in susceptible groups, but show limited benefit for pregnant women and the elderly. Read More » Youth Develops Heart Disease Detector A 14-year-old's AI app detects heart issues via smartphone audio, achieving 96% accuracy in early trials across two countries. Read More » Heavy Metals in Rice Arsenic was found in all U.S. rice brands tested; long-term exposure raises health concerns, especially for infants and pregnant women. Read More » Endangered Butterfly Benefits From Hurricanes Hurricanes help Schaus’ swallowtail butterflies by promoting new growth of key host plants, boosting a once-dwindling population. Read More » Our Universe Proposed as a Computer Simulation A new theory suggests gravity may be an information-saving function in a simulated universe, challenging current physics models. Read More » The Dirty Suitcase Suitcase wheels harbor more bacteria than toilet seats, including staph and E. coli, raising hygiene concerns for frequent travelers. Read More » Only One Country Is Food Secure A global study found only Guyana fully self-sufficient in key food groups, highlighting risks in global food security. Read More » Eco-Friendly Cattle Feeding seaweed to grazing cattle cut methane emissions by 38%, offering a promising climate solution without impacting weight or health. Read More » Packing School Lunch With Zero Waste Zero-waste lunch packing with reusable containers and homemade snacks helps reduce landfill waste and encourages healthier eating habits. Read More » In-Print September 2025