This month marks the 30th anniversary since the inception of Natural Awakenings in Naples, Florida, and we can't help but reflect on the incredible journey we've had since then. From our roots in Florida to expanding across the country, it has been a joy to spread the message of natural health and a sustainable planet to our wonderful community.

The past three decades have been filled with enlightenment, education, and countless cherished memories. Interacting with you, our readers, advertisers, and colleagues, has been a true pleasure. As we celebrate this milestone, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the loyal readers who have embraced and loved our media brand, allowing it to flourish.

A special thank you goes out to our advertisers and community partners who promote green living, healthy lifestyles, and a thriving planet. Kimberly Whittle, our CEO of Natural Awakenings Publishing Corporation, expresses deep gratitude: "We are deeply grateful to the advertisers and community partners that promote green living, healthy people, healthy pets, and a healthy planet with their products, services, and information. Without them and the readers that support them, this magazine could not offer outstanding journalism and inspirational content each month without cost to the community."

As we embark on another year of empowering our community, we're excited to share with you the first of several enhancements – a fresh new look for Natural Awakenings. This is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting 2024, and we can't wait to see more improvements in the coming months.

This month's issue kicks off the year with a focus on Graceful Aging, featuring advice for living a longer, healthier, and more fulfilled life. Discover tips for maintaining balance in advanced age with our article on Preventing Falls. Additionally, delve into Thyroid Friendly Eating for recipes addressing hypothyroidism. 

We are excited to share with you groundbreaking treatment for Pain, PTSD, Depression and Anxiety using Ketamine Therapy. Check out the Business Spotlight with Melanie Yost of Be Well Solutions/Destin Complete Ketamine Solutions on page 24.

With CBD being so ubiquitous, knowing what it is and the various strains is important, see our Clarifying Cannabis article by our local CBD expert and owner of Golden Almond Health Store, Brian Mobley on pg 28. And finally, Our Therapy Spotlight features Regeneration Station Wellness Oasis and their Revitalize with Energy and the EES approach on pg  22. 

As we journey through 2024, it is our sincere wish that the content in Natural Awakenings continues to inspire and support your healthy resolutions for the year ahead. Thank you for being an essential part of our community and for allowing us to be a part of your lives.