Change is in the air (and not just daylight saving ending!) and although it may not be exactly the change that you were personally hoping for, any shift in energy opens up possibilities for more change ahead. Staying open and positive to how this might unfold can be challenging but we would like to encourage you to stay present. We don't have a magic pill for this unfortunately but if you feel like discussing ideas on how to do this we are available to chat, and you might have some ideas for us!

We are happy to let you know that our clinic room will be open again from today now that the government has removed the requirement for vaccine passports for close contact work. Jo will be offering QRA consultations again and Karen will now be able to see you in person for Homeopathic appointments. See our website for more info on these consultations.

We wish you all a lovely Easter weekend with your families in a couple of weeks. We are open as usual on the Saturday of Easter  from 9-3pm but will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday so that our hard working staff can enjoy some family time too.  We will also be closed on Monday 25th for Anzac Day. Have a great April everyone!

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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.

• Nuzest Clean Lean Protein all flavours - 15% off and 1kg Rich Chocolate 30% off!
• Puriti Manuka Honey Snap Packs 21 x 5g - 30% off now $24.40
• Puriti Manuka Crystals Natural Sweetener 40 x 5g sachets - 30% off now $24.40
• WellLab Test Kits - Vitamin D Test 10% off, Coeliac Test Kit, Vaginal pH and Drug Test - 30% off 
• Biotrace Eye Health Ultra, Gastro soothe and Gallbladder Complete - all 15% off
• Nordic Ultimate Omega 60's, 120's and 180's - all 15% off
• Solgar Vitamin C 1000mg with Rosehips 100's - was $39.40 now $27.60
• Solgar Wild Oregano Oil 60's was $21.90 now $16.90
• Solgar L-Theanine 150mg 60's was $55.90 now $42.90
• Solgar Vitamin D 1000iu 100's 30's - was $27.90 now $21.90
• Solgar L-Lysine 100mg 50's was $23.90 now $18.90
• Good Health Magnesium Sleep Support Caps, Magnesium & Lavender Sleep Cream and Magnesium Kids Chewables - all $5 off
• Living Nature - Spend $39 on Living Nature products and get a FREE kabuki brush or a FREE Day Cream for spending over $55
• The Herb Farm - Spend over $69 and get a FREE 100ml Skin Defend Mist spray
• Harker Herbals - Buy a 250ml Ear Nose and Throat Formula and get a 100ml bottle of Chest Clear FREE
• Buy any 2 full size Antipodes products and get a FREE Baptise H2O Ultra Hydrating Water Gel 
• Buy any 2 full size Holistic Hair products and get a FREE detangling brush
• Buy any 2 Trilogy products and get a FREE Trilogy Vitamin C 50ml Moisturiser

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

• Health by Nature Immunese Colloidal Silver with Colloidal Zinc - available in 110ml, 110ml spray, 200ml and 500ml glass bottles
• Magic T - Hibiscus and Cinnamon 50g loose tea
• The Remarkable Chocolate Company Organic Vegan Easter Bunnies - smooth dark or fruity raspberry
• The Remarkable Chocolate Company Organic 70% Dark 80g block
• Back in Stock - Home Street Good Seed Sprouted Bread - frozen only
• Back in Stock - Franjos Kitchen Gluten Free Breastfeeding Cookies
• Back in Stock - Naturally Good Gluten Free Carob Buckwheat Crispbread 50g

"Got the bubba down for a nap? Step away from that pile of laundry. Further…further…good. Make a cup of your favourite herbal tea, then sit in a comfy chair and enjoy it with 2 or 3 Tanker Toppers." 

This month we are giving away two packets of Franjos Kitchen gluten free 'biscuits for your boobs', one choc chip and one currant and coconut! Yum! These Tanker Toppers are perfect for the breastfeeding mother as they are packed with superfoods like quinoa, teff, coconut oil, chia, flaxseeds and buckwheat, they will provide you with much-needed energy and support a healthy milk supply. They’re also a solid 5 out of 5 on the deliciousness scale.

See below for details on how to enter!

Also... this month we have a bonus giveaway... head to the recipe section to find out more!

Congratulations to Verity Reader who won last months detox pack!

Crafted with world-renowned botanical actives, Living Nature has formulated a safe, gentle and effective solution with their new certified COSMOS natural Active Brightening Serum. Illuminate your skin with the power of active Atlantic Kelp and tropical Pracaxi Fruit Seed Oil, which work to lighten and minimise the appearance of pigmentation, even out skin tone and improve skin elasticity and resilience. Collagen boosting Hyaluronic Acid and Rosehip Oil work to enhance skins regeneration process, New Zealand native Harakeke Flax Gel softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and anti-oxidant rich Vitamin E fights free radical damage.

As the body's largest organ, the importance of skin cannot be overstated; it is our first line of defence from the outside world. In everyday life, air pollution, UV light, blue light, lack of sleep, stress and poor nutrition create the perfect environment for free radicals to thrive. An invisible threat to skin health, these daily skin stressors dramatically diminish cells energy levels and ability to perform optimally, accelerating the skins natural ageing process.

Living Nature’s age-defying plant powered serum harnesses the power of clinically proven natural D-Ribose, a cellular energizer to restore and replenish energy supplies for healthy skin function. Hyaluronic Acid provides vital collagen support for plump skin, while Organic Coconut Oil delivers vital hydration and protection. Rosehip Oil, rich in Vitamin C and A, along with Organic Aloe Vera, works to neutralise free radical damage and promote skin regeneration. With its unique properties, New Zealand Manuka Honey provides essential skin nourishment to promote optimum skin health. During sleep, your skin rebuilds and repairs, it is important to supplement this process with results-driven, nutrient-rich ingredients, specifically chosen to stimulate skin cell renewal and regeneration. Choose healthy skin, see age-defying results.

*Based on a 2 week product trial with 17 participants.

As a bonus this month we have two awesome giveaways! As well as giving away two boxes of Franjos breastfeeding cookies, we are giving away a bottle of Harker Children's Vira Guard. Tell us your go-to healthy snack for your chance to win! Let us know by simply replying to this email or email us at admin@bethlehemhealth.co.nz.

 Check out the yummy recipe below which incorporates the Harker Vira Guard for an immune boosting hit.

That really depends on what has caused your headache. The first question we would ask you is how much water have you drunk today? Then the check list goes from there to ascertain cause and what might be the best treatment. Some of the things on the checklist might include:

• dehydration, being over-heated
• extended or excess screen time, eye strain, bright lights, glare
• excess stress or when you relax after an excessive stressful time
• muscle tension especially neck and shoulders, poor posture, jaw clenching, frowning
• lack of fresh air/strong smells or fumes
• lack of sleep
• noise
• does the headache coincide with menstruation or menopausal symptoms
• caffeine or other drug withdrawal, hang over
• serotonin and nutrient deficiencies
• low blood sugar, skipped meals
• food intolerance e.g. sodium nitrates in cured meats, salicylate's, chocolate, red wine....
• toxic build up in colon
• sinus headache   

Some answers are simple, like drinking water with some electrolytes added, getting yourself into a healthy regular sleep habit, reducing your time on screen devices or going for a walk in the fresh air/ensuring adequate ventilation in the room. Other issues may require a bit more intervention and this is where diet, nutrition, supplementation and lifestyle choices can make a huge difference. There may even be more than one cause contributing to your headache. As an example: you missed your morning coffee, skipped lunch due to a stressful pressing deadline and just got your period = caffeine withdrawal/low blood sugar/excessive stress /low oestrogen.

You can reduce stress and tension by regularly including exercise, yoga, meditation/ prayer, massage or deep breathing into your lifestyle. Try a relaxing massage or bath using essential oils or epsom salts and ensuring you are taking adequate magnesium is important for muscle relaxation (as a supplement or topical application). Taking a supplement of chromium can help balance blood sugar levels as can eating 5-6 small meals a day. If your headache has a hormonal basis, you may benefit from using herbs to help balance your hormone levels which we can guide you on. If you suffer from migraine, we have Migrasticks available which contain essential oils to rub on the temples. Or you could choose medicinal grade essential oils of lavender or peppermint (not in pregnancy) as a steam inhalation or massaged into the skin. Feverfew is a great herb that has been traditionally used to treat headaches and prevent and treat migraines and may be ideal for you. Other products available in store include Naturopharm HeadMed homeopathic spray, Absolute Essential Headease, Malcolm Harker Sinus (for sinus headache), Cellfood, Elite electrolyte drops and zen magnesium balm.

Come and chat with us in store to help you find the remedies that may be best suited to you. 

A message from Glenys

"Thank you to all who supported me in the last 7 years for readings. I am now doing zoom only because of covid so I can be contacted by the phone numbers above for appointments. Many, many thanks to Jo and Jude for letting me use the Bethlehem Health Shop during that time I will be forever grateful.

Blessings to you all. Sending love and light always." Glenys Elkins.