The Power of Natural Living

Welcome to our special Natural Living Annual Directory—a true labor of love and a powerful resource to support your journey in health, fitness, nutrition, personal growth, natural living and sustainability. Read More »

2025 Natural Living Wellness Profiles

A collection of local practitioners, providers and specialists that align with the proactive, synergistic beliefs and values that set our readers apart from the herd. Read More »

The Next Chapter: What’s New with Hope Community in 2025

Hope Community is entering an exciting new chapter in 2025, marked by fresh leadership, strengthened partnerships and an expanded vision for nurturing unity and relationships through food, healing and education. Read More »

Fairhope Juice Company: A Healing, Sustainable Vision for the Future

Fairhope Juice Co., founded and operated by Lorie Ward, has become a cornerstone of the Fairhope wellness community, offering more than just organic, cold-pressed juices. Read More »

2025 Natural Living Directory Listings

This comprehensive resource guide, curated from our 2025 Natural Living Directory, includes community leaders in natural health, green living and personal empowerment. Read More »

Waste Not, Want Not: Benefits of a Circular Economy

A circular economy reduces waste and resource use by keeping materials in circulation through reuse, repair and redesign. Read More »

Leslie Davenport on Resiliency and Creative Action in the Face of Climate Change

Psychotherapist Leslie Davenport outlines ways to build emotional resilience in response to climate-related stress and uncertainty. Read More »

Kefir Kraut Dip

Creamy, zesty and teeming with probiotics, this simple dip pairs tangy sauerkraut with luscious kefir cheese—perfect with crisp veggies or whole-grain chips at your next gathering. Read More »

Apple Kefir Salad Dressing

This silky kefir-based dressing combines the sweet-tart notes of apple and vinegar with probiotic power—an easy way to upgrade any salad with tang, depth and gut-friendly benefits. Read More »

Blender Salsa

Bold and smoky with a hint of heat, this fermented salsa delivers a punch of flavor plus gut-boosting benefits, thanks to live cultures and prebiotic-rich ingredients like garlic and onion. Read More »

Blueberry Blast Smoothie

Bright, creamy and bursting with antioxidants, this tangy kefir smoothie blends banana, blueberries and coconut milk for a refreshing sip that supports digestion and urinary health. Read More »

Increasing Gut Health With Prebiotics: How To Feed the Good Microbes

Prebiotic-rich foods like asparagus and bananas support gut health, reduce inflammation and may play a role in preventing chronic disease. Read More »

Making Time To Marvel

Spending time in nature can restore emotional balance, improve attention and renew a sense of wonder in everyday life. Read More »

Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet

This year’s Earth Day calls for a global shift to renewable energy to combat climate change and create jobs. Read More »

Clean and Renewable Energy: New Advancements That Promise a Greener Future

Advancements in solar, wind and AI technology are reshaping how clean energy is generated, stored and integrated into daily life. Read More »

Moving More: The Path to Greater Health and Energy

Regular movement, even in small amounts, can improve cardiovascular health, increase energy and support mental well-being. Read More »

Relief for Fibromyalgia Promising: Strategies for Pain Reduction

Emerging approaches link fibromyalgia relief to gut health, vagus nerve stimulation and targeted anti-inflammatory therapies. Read More »

Cooking With Kids: Health Benefits and Life Lessons in the Kitchen

Preparing meals with children teaches life skills, encourages healthier eating habits and strengthens family connections. Read More »

Treating Urinary Infections in Cats: How Diet, Hydration and Supplements Can Help

Nutrient-dense, moisture-rich diets and holistic care help support feline urinary health and reduce the risk of infections. Read More »

Rating the Level of Processing in Foods

A new database ranks grocery items by processing level, using AI to analyze ingredients, additives and techniques. Read More »

Mouth Bacteria Transplants

Researchers are testing oral microbiome transplants from cavity-free donors as a novel approach to fight tooth decay. Read More »

Recovering From a Bad Night’s Sleep

A single dose of creatine partially reversed cognitive effects of sleep deprivation in a small controlled study. Read More »

Potential New Benefit of Eating Fiber

High fiber intake may support gut bacteria that suppress harmful microbes, according to a global microbiome study. Read More »

Federal Ban of Toxic Food Dye

The FDA banned Red No. 3 for foods and ingested drugs, citing cancer risks linked to animal studies. Read More »

Jurassic Period Birds

A fossil found in China pushes the estimated origin of birds back to 164–172 million years ago. Read More »

Algae-Based Cooking Oil

Algae oil, lower in saturated fat and higher in monounsaturated fats, shows potential as a sustainable cooking alternative. Read More »

Smart Devices for the Blind

Emerging Braille technologies aim to improve accessibility with tactile displays, though high costs remain a barrier. Read More »

74-Year-Old Albatross Becomes Mom Again

The world’s oldest known wild bird, Wisdom, laid an egg at Midway Atoll at age 74, extending a lifetime of reproductive activity. Read More »

Natural Solution for Forever Chemicals

A bacterial strain reduced 96% of PFOS at a polluted site in Portugal, offering potential for PFAS cleanup. Read More »

Benefits of Gardening With Native Plants

Native plants conserve water, reduce maintenance, and provide vital support for pollinators, birds and local ecosystems. Read More »

Live Well Chiropractic

Dr. EJ Conley and Dr. Mark E. Swigert of Live Well Chiropractic specialize in improving mobility, immune function, and overall health through chiropractic care, treating patients of all ages with services like spinal adjustments, sports injury rehabilitation, and advanced therapies. Read More »

Path To Wellness, LLC

The team at Path to Wellness provides personalized health solutions, including massage therapy and specialized testing for microbiome imbalances and cellular energy deficiencies, to uncover root causes and support lasting vitality. Read More »

The Health Hut

The Health Hut, with locations in Mobile and Daphne, is a locally owned health food store that has been a community staple for over 40 years, offering vitamins, supplements, essential oils, and bulk herbs, all backed by a knowledgeable and caring team. Read More »

Virginia’s Health Foods

Virginia’s Health Foods, serving the Mobile area since 1976, offers high-quality supplements, natural remedies, and clean, organic foods, with a focus on holistic wellness through both their store and The Sunflower Café. Read More »

BB’s Health Food

BB’s Health Foods, led by Certified Health Coach Kristian Thomason, offers personalized coaching and resources to help you achieve optimal health. Read More »

Bishop Physical Therapy

Daniel Bishop, owner of *Bishop Physical Therapy*, uses over 20 years of experience and innovative treatments like laser therapy, PEMF and dry needling to help patients recover from complex pain and regain an active lifestyle. Read More »

Fairhope Health Food

Fairhope Health Foods, serving the community for nearly 50 years, offers a wide range of supplements, groceries, and wellness products, with special discounts and events to support your health journey. Read More »

Good Life Health Coaching

Michelle Smith, a National Board-Certified Functional Medicine Health and Wellness Coach, helps individuals achieve vibrant health through personalized coaching, multi-sport training, and promoting sustainable living. Read More »

Growth By Design

Growth by Design, founded by Don Milton in 2005, uses a holistic approach combining mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being to improve physical health and quality of life, with a money-back guarantee on first sessions. Read More »

Hillstar Health

Tara McLellan, a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, uses an integrative approach to guide individuals toward natural, holistic solutions for both preventative care and chronic conditions. Read More »

Manya Whole Health and Yoga

Manja Herlt Podratz, Ph.D., founder of MANYA Whole Health and Yoga, combines quantum medicine and natural practices to promote prevention and vibrant living through a wide range of holistic services and specialized coaching. Read More »

Mind Performance Center

Dr. J. Douglas Brown, a board-certified neurologist, combines functional medicine and advanced treatments like Deep TMS to address brain disorders and enhance mental clarity, offering solutions for conditions like anxiety, dementia and brain trauma. Read More »

Mother’s Comfort Midwifery, INC

Colleen Tullis, Licensed Certified Professional Midwife and founder of Mother’s Comfort Midwifery, Inc., offers holistic, community-based care for low-risk mothers, specializing in safe, joyful birth experiences through VBAC, waterbirth, and the Midwifery Model of Care. Read More »

Sacro Wedgy

For over 30 years, the Sacro Wedgy has been a trusted tool for relieving low back pain, sciatica, and poor posture by offering an easy, at-home solution to realign and relax the body. Read More »

Smart Healthy Homes of the Gulf Coast, LLC

Smart Healthy Homes of the Gulf Coast LLC, a family-owned business with over 25 years of experience, helps families avoid the health challenges of hidden mold through services like air quality testing, mold prevention, and clean water systems. Read More »

Thermography Advantage

Carolyn Olson, founder of Thermography Advantage, combines advanced technology and holistic therapies like infrared sauna treatments and electro-lymphatic therapy to promote detoxification, vitality, and overall well-being. Read More »