Kathy Houghton Naturopath

04/05/2026

❄️ Winter is coming — is your body ready?

As a naturopath, the question I hear most in May is "what can I take? I keep getting sick."
My honest answer? The best time to ask that question was two months ago. The second best time is right now. 🌿

Here's what I'm focusing on with clients this season:

Vitamin D — our NZ winters quietly drain it. Low levels = lowered immunity. Get your levels tested and top them up before you feel run down.

Zinc — essential for your immune cells to actually function. Find it in red meat, pumpkin seeds, oysters and legumes. Or get tested in clinic and we can supplement to top up if needed.

Your gut — 70% of your immune system lives here. Feed it diversity. Fermented foods (yoghurt, kefir, sauerkraut) and 30+ different plant foods a week make a real difference, and complement with a practitioner only immune supporting probiotic.

The naturopathic approach isn't about waiting until you're sick and reaching for a remedy. It's about building the foundation so your body can do what it was designed to do. 💚

If you'd like support heading into winter — whether that's testing, a personalised supplement plan, or just knowing where to start — I'd love to help.

👇 send me a message to book a consultation or book at www.kathyhoughton.co.nz/book/

15/04/2026

If you’re pregnant and feeling sore — you don’t have to just put up with it 💛

Aching hips, tight shoulders, lower back pain, restless sleep… I see this all the time.

Pregnancy massage can make a real difference — helping your body feel more comfortable, supported, and at ease.

I have a few spaces available this and next week.

👉 Book here: https://www.kathyhoughton.co.nz/book/

Or tag someone who needs this 👇

I understand that ‘life happens’ and I do my best to accommodate changes. However when appointments are cancelled at very short notice, a gap is created and I i

08/04/2026

✨ Talking all things Thyroid ✨

Have you ever been told your thyroid blood tests are “normal”… but you still don’t feel like yourself?

Fatigue, weight gain, brain fog, feeling cold, hair loss — these are all common signs that something deeper may be going on.

Your thyroid doesn’t work in isolation. It’s part of a complex hormonal orchestra, working closely with your adrenals, reproductive hormones, and overall metabolism.

And “normal” ranges don’t always mean optimal for your body.

If you’re ready to look beyond the surface and truly understand what’s driving your symptoms, I offer functional thyroid testing and in-depth support to help you get answers.

Let’s dig deeper
Book at www.kathyhoughton.co.nz/book/

09/03/2026

Always tired? Even after a full night’s sleep?

Fatigue is common — but it is not normal.

Persistent tiredness is often your body’s way of signalling that something deeper needs attention. Common drivers can include:

• Nutrient deficiencies
• Thyroid imbalance
• Nervous system stress
• Reduced cellular energy production

When we identify and address these underlying causes, energy, mental clarity, and overall wellbeing can improve significantly.

Your body is designed to have steady, sustainable energy — not constant exhaustion.

✨ If you’re ready to stop “putting up” with fatigue and start feeling like yourself again, book a consultation and uncover what’s really driving your tiredness.

16/02/2026

You don’t have to be unwell to benefit from seeing a naturopath.

Wellness check-ups are just as important as addressing illness. They allow us to look beneath the surface and identify subtle imbalances before they develop into more significant health concerns.

Using a Functional Medicine approach, I can review your blood test results through a more detailed lens. Even when results are considered “normal,” they can still reveal early signs of stress, nutrient depletion, or physiological imbalance.

This proactive approach helps you stay on track, support your energy, and maintain long-term health.
Invest in your wellbeing now — not just when something goes wrong.

Book a wellness check-up and stay on your healthy path.
www.kathyhoughton.co.nz

20/01/2026

✨ It’s well into 2026 — how are your New Year health goals tracking? ✨

If you’ve started the year with good intentions but feel stuck, overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, you don’t have to do it alone.

Come and get professional guidance and personalised support to make your health goals stick — whether you’re focusing on:
• energy & vitality
• stress resilience
• hormone balance
• digestion & gut health
• immunity
• weight balance
• sleep quality

Together we can create an approach that’s evidence-informed, sustainable and tailored to YOU.
No fads. No pressure. Just real strategies that work. 💚

Ready to feel better, more balanced and truly supported in 2026?
You can book online at www.kathyhoughton.co.nz or let me know if you want to chat first

02/12/2025

I’m getting some really positive results helping women through menopause and peri-menopause with natural, practitioner-only alternatives instead of pharmaceuticals. With a blend of lifestyle adjustments, herbal and nutritional therapies, and bio-resonance, many women are navigating this completely natural life transition with more ease, balance and grace.

Menopause has become so medicalised — but it doesn’t need to be a “diagnosis.” It’s simply a natural phase of life, and with the right support it’s possible to move through it with dignity, wellbeing and comfort 🙂

If you’d like to explore a gentle, holistic approach tailored to you, feel free to reach out. www.kathyhoughton.co.nz

01/12/2025

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I will draw the winner before xmas - fingers crossed for you!

07/11/2025

🌸 Supporting Women’s Health — Naturally 🌸

So many women push through fatigue, mood swings, painful cycles, or hormonal changes — thinking it’s just something they have to live with.
But it doesn’t have to be that way. 💕

As a Naturopath, former Midwife, and Fertility Educator with over 30 years’ experience, I help women understand their bodies, balance their hormones, and restore energy and wellbeing — naturally.

Together, we look at the whole picture — nutrition, stress, gut health, sleep, and hormones — to find what your body really needs to feel well again. 🌿

If you’re feeling “off” but not sure why, it might be time to tune in rather than push through.

✨ Let’s bring your body back into balance.
📍 Based in Nelson | 💻 TeleHealth available nationwide
💌 Learn more or book: www.kathyhoughton.co.nz

07/10/2025

🌸 Natural Support for Pregnancy & Birth 🌸

I have a beautiful range of liquid Bio-resonance remedies available — gentle, energetic blends similar to homeopathics — created to support your body naturally during pregnancy and birth.

✨ Helpful for:
🌿 Leg cramps & varicose veins
🤰 Posterior & breech babies
⏰ Overdue pregnancies
💆‍♀️ Birth preparation & recovery
🍼 Lactation support
💛 Rescue remedy for emotional balance

These remedies are safe, gentle, and supportive for both mum and baby — helping your body find its natural rhythm and ease during this special time.

💚 Just contact me to collect.

👉 For other appointments you can book online at www.kathyhoughton.co.nz