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As a Naturopath and Remedial Body Therapist I look a every problem from a very wide perspective

31/10/2025

Growing veges in bath tubs is not too hard. Saves alot of bending and using buckets underneath means you can recycle the nutrients that would normally be lost.

28/08/2025

Recently, I was re-reading through some of the many books I have collected over the years and came across some very apt notes that reminded me of the many times I have tried to impress on people the following.
Namely, that natural therapeutics are not ‘magic bullets’.
A body that has been ravaged for many years by junk food or anxiety, by over work or neglect, by accidents and mishaps big and small, or possibly by alcohol or to***co, may not be capable of responding immediately to any kind of natural remedy or treatment.
True healing always takes some time. It also takes the understanding and co-operation of the patient.
I have always tried my best to teach people the reason/s behind whatever ails them. I’m not sure that I always succeeded, but I do try.
The reasons of course can be numerous and complicated, so I will often just try to ‘start at the beginning’. What is troubling you the most?
So, whenever you come for a treatment, be patient, do not be afraid to ask questions, I will try and answer the best I can.
I cannot remember where this quote was from, it was on the ceiling of the Papamoa clinic for ages, now its back on the wall!
“Do not reject what you do not understand, for with understanding there may be acceptance”
Not only that but remember that all the disappointments and setbacks in life can help make you a much stronger person. Be happy.

08/07/2025

‘Pain can come on suddenly or build up over time”. In both cases pain is something that ‘effects the body as a whole and can also affect our thoughts and emotions’.
Emotional stress and unresolved trauma can do the same, often causing pain that has no easily determined cause.
Pain always has a cause, it may be hard to find, but it will be there. This is why I have always treated the body as a whole, not just the bit that hurts, as the cause is often elsewhere.
A full Body Remedial treatment will often find the cause.
It may not be immediate, I may need to look and listen to the body several times but by always working on the whole-body including diet and lifestyle, the cause will generally be found.
Do NOT ignore pain. It is there for a reason. Listen to your body, come for a treatment, restore energy throughout your body and be healthy.

I am still here for appointments. To contact me, TEXT is the best method. 0279200149

13/02/2025

Hello again, another note that I feel important to share.
I am often asked why I insist so often that people supplement with LifeSprings colloidal minerals above everything else.
It is simple, minerals are essential to all life.
For overall health I have not come across any better supplement.

The human body is designed to receive minerals from plants so that they may be properly assimilated and utilized. LifeSprings Colloidal minerals are plant derived and naturally chelated.
$58 for 500ml. Most people will need about 10ml daily and they are best used LONG TERM.
Admittedly they do not taste nice, but you can use them in juice, water, or a smoothie. I always have LifeSprings in stock.
You can collect from the clinic, or I can post. One bottle fits a $8 NZ post bag, or I can fit three in a $9 bag.

22/01/2025

Another wonderful idea is to look after yourself – and actually do it!. I felt very privileged a few days ago when a friend offered to swap a treatment with me. How lovely that felt. I guess I am like many people who postpone getting themselves a treatment because of lack of time, or cost or just don’t get round to it. BUT what a difference it can make to how you feel. Lighter, more energetic, more mobile, and lots happier.
This is so important as you get older. Our bodies do not function as they did when we were younger, never mind how much we expect them to.
So, look after them, if you are local, make an appointment, text me on 0279200149. I am happy to address any health problems you may have

20/01/2025

Hello and this time New Year to everyone. A few weeks into it and so far, so good. Not that I have been doing a lot, but determined that 2025 is going to be a year of moving forward.
A great New Years idea is to choose ONE thing that last year got in the way of moving forward. Maybe something you didn’t make time for or were afraid to take a chance on. Focus briefly that thing and then LEAVE it behind.
Instead visualize the things you want to achieve or changes you would like to make. It is a NEW YEAR and the past year has gone and with it things that held us back.
Sounds like a great way to make NEW YEARS resolutions work.

28/11/2024

This is Nigella sativa, easy to grow and has edible seeds. Known to be high in antioxidants and has been called the 'cure anything plant'! Tastes slightly bitter and very spicy. I find I have to pick and dry the seed cases inside, otherwise the bugs love them.

19/11/2024

Hi everyone, I thought that those that haven’t already come across ‘Real Deal Hurt crème’ may want to know about it.
This cream contains effective amounts of arnica, hypericum, calendula, peppermint and clove oils plus other organic herbs, in a base of emulsified oils.
Its effect on painful joints, low back pain, bruising and dry skin or cracked heels is totally amazing. Clove oil especially has wonderful analgesic effect (you may remember holding a clove between your teeth to alleviate tooth ache).
For many people joint/muscular pain is an on-going fact of life and while you should always come and have a good body treatment first, to correctly align the body, there are times when more help is needed at home.
Real Deal Hurt crème is inexpensive ($28/100gms) and great to use anywhere that ‘hurts’! It is great to use not only when you have pain but also to help prevent pain occurring such as before a stint of gardening or a round of golf.

For those that have trouble sleeping because of muscular pain, rubbing Real Deal Hurt crème into aching muscles or joints in the evening can greatly improve the night’s sleep. Actually this is something I find many people don’t realize, is how much a tense or painful body can disrupt sleep. If this sounds like you, try this crème.
Great stuff this and I been using it for years, but has been difficult to obtain at times, but recently I have got a new supply.
I have it here at Naturally Holistic Health (ph. 0279200149) or I can post to you. I can fit 2 bottles into a $6.50 bag!

10/11/2024

When it comes to what to put on your skin it is important to avoid any skin creams that are based on petroleum synthetics or derivatives. Check the ingredients. Buy creams based on natural oils such as avocado, almond, jojoba, olive or coconut. All are very fine oils that won’t clog the skins pores and actually help the skin to heal. Applying aloe vera to the skin directly night and morning helps greatly to protect from sun and wind, helps heal damaged skin and best of all can help tighten up those very fine lines!
I make my own body butter from Organic Olive oil, bees wax and lavender. $22 if you want some.

03/11/2024

Dry skin can be caused through a lack of essential fatty acids in the diet, or poor digestion of oils. The skin will also often look dry and ‘wrinkly’ if the body is dehydrated. A major improvement can often be obtained simply by drinking far more water. A quick check can be to pinch the skin on the back of the hand. A well hydrated skin will feel and look quite ‘plump’, whereas a dehydrated skin will feel and look thin and dry.

09/03/2023

What's on my mind is that I never get round to posting on this page!
I think a better idea is if you want to hear from me regularly, send me
your email address and I will add you to my newsletter list. I do send these out monthly and they cover a myriad of subjects. Cheers. Alison

30/09/2022

Poor posture can cause many symptoms that can be very worrying, and spinal check-ups are often left far too late. Back pain, neck/shoulder pain, headaches, chest pain, trouble sleeping, dizziness, trouble concentrating/thinking, muscular tension, rapid heartbeat and generally feeling stressed etc. can often be avoided if the body’s balance is corrected regularly.
Poor posture can also be habitual or caused by poor work positions. Working long hours on a computer, driving, lifting, carrying can all contribute to this problem.
Breathing can be especially affected if using devices with small keyboards such as laptops, IPads and cell phones. These have the keys closer together and this creates “shoulder scrunch" with tense
muscles and reduced circulation.
Try to use a laptop on a raised stand (screen at eye level) and with a separate key board and mouse ...its make a HUGE difference.While walking and sitting make more effort to keep the back straight with the shoulders relaxed and most importantly make sure that the chin is not pushed forward.
If you find this difficult then come to see me in the clinic for a spinal treatment that will help relax and align the whole body. Releasing tension in the body can make a huge difference to how you feel and move.

Address

44 Arawa Ave, RD 9 Te Puke
Maketu
3189

Telephone

+64279200149

Website

http://www.alisonodey.com/

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