As someone who follows a Mediterranean culture and lifestyle, Wasima Shata Aboulela sees the value in natural remedies, healthy diets and integrative healing. After she graduated from the Alexandria University School of Medicine in Egypt and started practicing medicine, she says, it became especially clear to her how much our foods and lifestyle impact our overall quality of health. 

“I liked the idea of health food shops aiding that process and providing people with supplements to maintain their health and prevent a multitude of diseases,” Aboulela says. “Many customers find that the natural products help them to control their chronic pain, anxiety, sleeping problems, fatigue and other issues."

The shop Aboulela opened in Panama City, Simply Natural, reflects her background and approach to healing. It offers a wide range of herbs that have many therapeutic effects but no harmful chemicals or additives, she says. 

Simply Natural Health Food Store carries CBD oil and curcumin, which can help control chronic pain. CBD oil can also relieve insomnia and anxiety symptoms, she says. “We provide broad-spectrum and full-spectrum CBD oil. We also carry a line of essential oils that improve mood, increase energy and promote sleep and relaxation.”

A healthy diet is crucial, but with our busy schedules, we need a little help to meet the daily requirements of vital vitamins and minerals, Aboulela says. To that end, her store offers a variety of high-quality vitamins and minerals, as well as formulas designed to boost immunity and support body systems, including the bones, joints and skin.

Simply Natural also carries personal-care products, including supplements to support women’s and men’s health.

“I take pride in the collection of skincare products and supplements I have that address dehydration, aging, hyperpigmentation and more,” Aboulela says. “When I was categorizing my store products, I made sure that I had a women’s and men's health section that carries hormone-balancing formulas that target menopause and PMS symptoms, promote healthy libido and support prostate health.”

Location: 109 W. 23rd St., Panama City, FL. For more information, call 850-215-2131 or visit Simply Natural Health Store on Facebook and Instagram.