The Bethlehem Health Shop is a unique space brimming with a wide range of holistic health and lifestyle products and staffed by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable team. It’s owned by Jo Douglas, who specialises in acupressure foot massage, flower essences and homeopathy.
Jo’s interest in healthcare began when she left school and trained as a Pharmacy Technician. Completing a Diploma in Zen Shiatsu in 2001 was the beginning of a new level of understanding about the influence our mental and emotional wellbeing can have on our health. Starting a family presented her with many opportunities to learn about other alternative and complementary therapies that can support us with health issues, and lead her to also train in massage, reiki and flower essences. Wanting to use natural remedies for her children was how she first became introduced to homeopathy and, after studying, she qualified as a homeopath in 2014.
“I believe that a lot of long-term and chronic health problems occur when we ignore or suppress the messages the body gives us. When we are out of balance on a physical or a mental/emotional level, it’s possible to support the body with natural remedies and lifestyle changes rather than suppressing symptoms with pharmaceutical medications, drugs, alcohol and even food.”
Jo Douglas
“If we can learn how to do this from a young age, we can help prevent future generations of adults with long-term and chronic health issues. My passion for this is what led me to want to own a health shop and I love chatting to customers who need day to day support with their family’s health and wellness. I also enjoy sharing knowledge about how to use homeopathy and flower essences at home and I’m starting up the Intro to Homeopathy for Children class again this month.”
Since buying the shop Jo has had many people looking for options for health-related testing and, as a result, recently added QRA practitioner to her list of qualifications.
Quantum Reflex Analysis (QRA) is an advanced system of kinesiology using the scientifically researched ‘Bi-digital O-ring’ technique. It is a highly effective way of testing the bio-energetic status of the body’s key organs and glands to help gain insight into what the body may need to support healing.
During a QRA session the practitioner tests key acupressure points to determine a weak or strong bio-energetic response. Jo now offers a 45-minute mini QRA session with a focus on energy, stress and digestion. This includes checking acupressure points for the kidneys, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder and adrenals – quickly pinpointing problem areas and determining the precise nutrients needed to restore the ideal cellular resonance for that area. This is a great way to test for vitamin and mineral deficiencies and is a perfect starting point if you haven’t seen a practitioner before or are unsure if what you are currently taking is right for you.
The Intro to Homeopathy for Children class will be held on Saturday 27th June
from 3pm-5pm at the Bethlehem Health Shop. Bookings are essential.
bethlehemhealth.co.nz
07 5769442
