An Update from Jo

Welcome to July, which brings school holidays for many of our customers and an upcoming long weekend to celebrate Matariki. We will be closed Friday 10th July for this national public holiday. For those travelling to various holiday destinations we continue to stock a wide range of sunscreen over winter, which is also important when at the snow! Snow acts like a giant mirror, reflecting up to 90% of UV rays, and the thinner air at higher altitudes filters fewer rays. This combined effect nearly doubles your UV exposure. Lips can also get dry and chapped from windburn and we have a great selection of natural, chemical free lip balms. For those travelling further afield, talk to us about Homeopathic jetlag remedies and homeopathic travel kits so you can take multiple remedies with you without taking up too much room in your suitcase.

Whatever your plans for July, we hope you have a great month and look forward to seeing you instore again soon.

Our Vision

At Bethlehem Health Shop, we support ethical suppliers and sell quality, researched products. We offer sincere advice from our team of caring, trained staff.

Thank you so much for supporting your locally owned Community Health Store.

• Solimara Sunscreen 37% off - 150g tube now $29.90, 88g tube now $21.90
• Weleda 15% off products from their Pain and Sport Range
• Herbal Remedy Ayurvedic Loose Tea Range 100g - includes Blood Pressure, De Stress, Detox, Digestion, Heart Health, Immunity, Kidney Cleanse, Liver Detox and Memory - 10% off
• Natures Way Systemwell 90's - 10% off
• Mitchells Sport Bone Broth 500g - Chocolate Flavour only - 10% off
• Gutsi Duos packs - Flora Duo contains Sporebiotic 30s and Gut Food 120s for $80 (save $29) and Revive Duo contains Sporebiotic 30's and Good Guts 90's for $90 (save $30)
• Banjara Smudge Spray Lavender or Patchouli 100ml - 20% off
• Glass Drink Bottles with Crystals 20% off - Rose Quartz or Amethyst
• Spend $69 or more on Living Nature and get a FREE Daily Protect Facial Lotion SPF20 valued at $62 OR a Rewind and Repair serum valued at $69 
• Buy any product from the Southern Glow tallow range and get a FREE trial size pot of another fragrance.

All of the above specials and offers are only valid while stocks last.

• Gutsi Gut Barrier Builder 90 capsules
• NOW Female Balance with Wild Yam, Vitex & Dong Quai, 90 veg capsules 
• Nature's Sunshine Lymphatic Drainage herbal support, 50ml
• Be Pure Immune Daily Defence Powder and Immune Electrolyte Recover Powder 
• Harker Herbals Deep Lung Support Manuka Honey Drops, 6 pack
• Qenda Ultimate Zeolite powder, 300g
• Alter Eco Organic Dark Chocolate Range - Total Blackout (100% cacao), Super Blackout (90%), Mint Blackout (90%), Classic Blackout (85%), Sea Salt (70%)
  - available in 75g/80g bars
• Two new Crystal Deodorant fragrances - Sea Salt & Sandalwood, or Citrus & Cedar.
• Ultimate Life MSM powder 200g and Ultimate Life Glutamine Powder 300g
• Chief Collagen Protein Bar - Chocolate Pistachio
• Dr Organic Tea Tree Deodorising Foot Spray, Tea Tree Nail Solution and Skin Recovery Mask

New products will be added to our website as soon as we can. If you want to purchase these online before we get a chance to do this, please call us to order over the phone instead on 07 576 9442

Ayurvedic Teas

Ayurveda literally means "science of life" and it represents the oldest complex medical system based on healthy lifestyle principles. Ayurveda represents a holistic and simple form of healing approach. It aims to know oneself and to reveal deeper causes of one’s health conditions. It strives to gain insight into the very core of a problem and discover the primary cause of the ailment, whether it originates from improper diet, lifestyle, hereditary taint, negative thinking or emotional and energetic imbalance.

Ayurveda looks upon the human being as an interconnected complex of body, vital energy, mind and soul. It does not focus on symptoms themselves, but mostly on the causes of psychosomatic imbalance, which precedes every disease. A symptom is regarded only as a signal or warning that there is something wrong with the body and that a deeper level of correction is needed.

Blended in Nepal using traditional Ayurvedic practices of herb collection, drying, processing and blending. These are then packaged right here in New Zealand and available here at the Bethlehem Health Shop.

Enjoy a cup of these delicious and soothing teas as part of your daily wellness routine.

This month we have 10% off all the Herbal Remedy Range.

Built for keeping the family well this winter, this month we are giving away a Mitchell's Nutrition bundle of winter essentials.  This bundle brings together simple pantry staples that make it easy to weave nourishment into your everyday. 

From warming broths, to soups and slow-cooked meals, it’s designed to easily stack into busy mornings, after school refuels and easy week dinner nights - without adding more to your plate. 

This is about giving the body what it needs to stay well through the colder months. With 70-80% of the immune system housed in the gut, daily gut-nourishment is foundational for
immune resilience.

To be in to win reply to this email with the answer to the question below in the subject line to get an entry in the draw. You will also get extra entries in the draw for every purchase of a full size Mitchell's product instore (sample size/single serve sachets not included as an entry)

What % of the immune system is found in the gut?

Congratulations to Carlene Mabey who was last month's lucky winner of Therapure's My Immune Cold & Flu capsules.

When the colder months roll in, it’s often the small consistent habits that make the biggest difference. A few simple reminders to support your body through winter:

Soak Up the Sunshine
Vitamin D plays a key role in immune function. Get outside when you can, and incorporate
foods like eggs and oily fish when sunshine is scarce.
Prioritise Sleep
Sleep underpins everything - energy, immunity, recovery, mood. Dim the lights at night,
reduce screen time, and give your body the space to properly restore.
Support with Key Nutrients
Vitamins A, C, and E help regulate immune function and protect against oxidative stress.
Think beef liver, bone broth, and colourful wholefoods like citrus, carrots, and leafy greens.
Don’t Forget Minerals
Zinc, iron, and magnesium are essential for energy and immune health. Bone broth and
organ-based supplements are an easy way to support your daily intake.
Keep Moving
Movement supports circulation, lymphatic drainage, and mood. Whether it’s a walk, a
stretch, or a workout, it all counts. Stagnant body = stagnant mind.
Hydrate (even when it’s cold)
Swap cold drinks for warm herbal teas and broths to stay hydrated and support digestion and healthy bowel flow.
You’re Sweet Enough
Refined sugars impact immune resilience. Opt for more stable alternatives and nourishing
options that satisfy without the crash.
Take a Moment
Stress directly impacts immune function. Slowing down, gaining perspective, and taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury - it’s foundational.

Small, steady practices are what carry you through winter feeling well, energised, and
resilient.

Article supplied by Emma Gibson, Naturopath & Head of Nutrition at Mitchell's Nutrition

Herb Baked Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Makes: 10-12 meatballs    Total time: 1 hour
Recipe supplied by Mitchell's Nutrition

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C. Lightly grease a casserole dish with tallow and place it in the oven while pre-heating.
2. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with milk and let them swell (5 - 10 min)
3. Finely dice onion, garlic and grate carrot, add to a large fry pan over a high heat. Add in the bone broth and beef liver powder and lightly sauté.  You can also add extra spices or flavours of your choice at this stage. Remove from heat once aromatic and allow to cool.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mince, breadcrumb and milk mixture, beaten egg, and Dijon mustard. Mix thoroughly (using clean, slightly wet hands works best).
5. Add the cooled sautéed mixture to bowl, season with salt and pepper, and mix again until fully combined.
6. Finely dice parsley, thyme, oregano, rosemary and mix in.
7. Roll the meatball mixture into walnut-sized balls and place on the preheated casserole dish. You should get about 10-12 meatballs from this recipe.
8. Cover meatballs with tomato sauce, scatter a few fresh basil leaves, tear over mozzarella, and finely grate parmesan on top.
9. Bake for 15–20 minutes in a 200°C oven, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
10. Serve alongside toasted sourdough for dipping. For a spicier kick, sprinkle chilli flakes before serving.