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Jo Spies - Homeopath & Doula - Aroha Health

Hi, I'm Jo Spies! I have a busy clinic in Woody Point, Queensland and offer services online to clients worldwide. What are you waiting for?

Helping families heal & thrive using homeopathy, supplements & herbs.

+ Homeopath
+Kinesiologist
+Birth Educator
+ Lactation Consultant
+Breathwork Facilitator
+ Women's Retreats

Specialties: Gut health, detox, fertility & family med

SHOP ONLINE 🛒 As a homeopath, kinesiologist, lactation consultant and doula, I work with a broad range of clients and have experience supporting individuals and f

amilies with a multitude of health conditions and life seasons. While my specialty is gut health and hormones, I also do a lot of work with heavy metal detoxes, complex disability support, natural fertility, prenatal and post-partum care. I also facilitate doula training courses several times a year and women's retreats, centered around embracing the holistic care and nourishment of busy women. Most people have no idea how well their body can feel until we start working together using a range of modalities. Book your face-to-face or video call appointment to achieve great health, naturally!

24/08/2026

When we purchased TMP Organic Butcher & Supermarket earlier this year, I thought I had a really thorough understanding of organic meat protocols and processes...boy, was it just the surface!

We've learnt so much over the last 6 months and tbh, it's been very eye opening to see how others label and promote their meat.

There's very little restrictions around what can be labelled "organic" so as an example, if you're purchasing "organic" sausages... you might find that it contains organic meat but the casings, fillers, herbs and spices are not organic. In some cases, they contain preservatives or even MSG.

Free-range is another loose term. Most of us imagine animals frollicking in a paddock but the reality is, they can still be in very close quarters and have incredibly limited access to sun and pasture.

If you choose to include animal products in your diet, I believe that you should really try to invest in the best quality that you can afford because it does have a knock on effect to your health, environment and sustainability of the meat industry.

I understand that this is a privilege which is why we offer amazing bulk rates that are open to buying groups and co-ops. We find that this is one of the most affordable ways for families to access really high-quality meat.

23/08/2026

Welcome to workshop week!

We've got a ripper line up for everyone this week and we're so excited to be rolling out regular education sessions with different guests and in different formats.

Let us know what you'd like to learn about in the comments :D

ONLINE WORKSHOP - INSULIN RESISTANCE
Date: Wed 26 August 7:30pm AEST
Location: Teams
Recorded: Yep!
Cost: $10

BRISBANE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP - THYROID
Date: Saturday 29 August 2026 at 1:30pm
Location: TMP Organics Everton Park
Cost: $10

BRISBANE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP - LONGEVITY + DETOXIFICATION
Date: Sunday 30 August 2026 at 1pm
Location: TMP Organics Everton Park
Cost: $10

All tickets available on www.jospies.com.au

21/08/2026

Elisse is one of our wonderful naturopaths on the Aroha Health/TMP Organics team and she'll be delivering a workshop next weekend about thyroid health!

The thyroid is involved in so much more than weight management - it is also a big player in fertility, mental health and cognitive wellbeing.

Here's the details for the workshop:

DATE: SATURDAY 130PM
LOCATION: TMP ORGANICS EVERTON PARK
COST: $10

Bookings essential. Tickets available at www.jospies.com.au

COMMENT THYROID AND I'LL SEND THE LINK

20/08/2026

Why I routinely detox a few times a year…

When we talk about longevity, we often focus on what we need to add - more nutrients, more exercise, more supplements and even more peptides.

However, I feel that many people are putting the cart before the horse with this.

Our bodies have sophisticated detoxification systems working every day to keep our body as safe as possible.
The liver transforms compounds so they can be eliminated.
The kidneys filter the blood.
The gut and bowel help remove waste.
Our lungs, skin and lymphatic system all play their part too.

What's important to note is that:
- These system rely on adequate nutrients, hydration, healthy digestion, regular elimination, movement and good metabolic health to work properly.
- Modern toxic load is much heavier than our body was ever designed for as we're now bombarded by EMFs and toxins from aerial sprays, clothes, food, furniture, personal care products and even our water.

Many detox naysayers will tell you that the body will detox itself and if it doesn't, you have a problem. This is true but it misses the integral part that our body needs specific support to help navigate the sheer load we deal with day to day.

As a gut health specialist, this is one of the areas I specialise in and I truly believe that it's one of the key pillars of longevity and healthy aging.

If this is something you're interested in learning more about, you might like to join our in-person longevity workshop with naturopath & clinical educator, Tia Brennan at TMP Organics - North Brisbane. Comment YES and I'll send you the details.

19/08/2026

Everyone is talking about NAD+, peptides and longevity drugs, but what if the biggest driver of healthy ageing is reducing the toxic burden your body carries every day?

Tia from and I are going to get into all things longevity and healthy aging on 30 August 2026.

It will no doubt be a robust conversation as we explore what really works, what the evidence says and what we see in clinic every day.

DETAILS:
When: Sun 30 August at 1pm
Where: TMP Organics, Everton Park
Cost: $10

Discussion points (+ more):
👉What the exposome is and how it influences ageing
👉The hidden impact of PFAS, BPA, phthalates and other everyday environmental chemicals
👉Why bile acid detoxification is essential for removing toxins from the body
👉The powerful connection between the gut and liver in healthy detoxification
👉How prebiotic fibres support toxin elimination
👉Why polyphenols and beneficial gut bacteria play a critical role in healthy ageing
👉Practical clinical strategies used by naturopaths to support detoxification and longevity

REGISTER HERE: https://www.jospies.com.au/products/live-workshop-the-dirty-secrets-of-longevity?_pos=1&_sid=40ca6b461&_ss=r

18/08/2026

I always double this recipe because the kids love taking it in their thermos for school lunch the next day.

Dairy Free + Gluten Free Butter Chicken

Ingredients:
4 tbsp coconut oil
1 large onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tsp garam masala
1 tsp ground cardamom
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cumin
1 to 2 pinches of cayenne pepper (optional)
1 tsp ground turmeric
3 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp sea salt
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 x 400 ml can coconut cream
700 g chicken thigh fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
Coriander leaves, to serve

Method:

1. Heat four tablespoons of the coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

2. Add the onion and sauté for four minutes until translucent. Turn the heat down to low and stir in the garlic and spices. Add the tomato paste and cook for one minute. Add the salt, lemon juice, coconut cream and mix well.

3. Turn the heat up to medium and bring the sauce to a simmer. Add the chicken and stir until well coated with the sauce. Cover the pan with a lid and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

4. Garnish with the coriander and serve with plain rice or cauliflower rice

17/08/2026

Do you ever feel like you're coming down with something but you can't quite pinpoint what the problem is?

Ferrum phos is often indicated at times like these!

Think a developing fever, flushed cheeks, tiredness, mild inflammation, the beginnings of a sore throat or cough, or that familiar feeling of simply being a little “off”.

The Ferrum Phos picture is often subtle.

There may not be the intense restlessness associated with some remedies or a particularly strong emotional picture. Instead, the person may seem tired, flat, slightly foggy and generally unwell.

It’s a great reminder that in homeopathy, timing and the overall symptom picture matter.

Comment SINGLE to receive a link to our single remedies or KIT to get a link to info about our homeopathic kits.

16/08/2026

If you have a child who’s had an ear infection, you might assume antibiotics are the standard treatment but current research and clinical guidelines tell a more interesting story.

A 2023 Cochrane review looked at 13 clinical trials involving more than 3,400 children with acute middle-ear infections and the researchers found that antibiotics did not reduce pain in the first 24 hours.

By two to three days, there was a benefit but it was relatively small.

Around 20 children needed to be treated with antibiotics for one additional child to be pain-free at that point and of course, antibiotics come with their own risks.

For every 14 children treated, one experienced an adverse effect such as vomiting, diarrhoea or a rash that they otherwise wouldn't have experienced.

The researchers concluded that in high-income countries, most acute middle-ear infections resolve spontaneously without complications and this is reflected in Australian clinical guidance too.

The Royal Children’s Hospital clinical guideline specifically says to avoid the routine use of antibiotics for acute otitis media, which is because antibiotics also kill off the good bacteria in our ears.

Another point to note, is that a doctor cannot differentiate between a viral or bacterial infection in the ear. Many ear infections are caused from viral respiratory infections travelling to the ears, so in this case, antibiotics are not as effective.

So, what can we do instead? There's a few options.

In my clinic, I often use garlic, mullein & goldenseal drops from Ariya Purity which are both antibacterial and antiviral. I have them in my first aid kit all of the time and I find that they provide kids with relief quite quickly. I will also use a warm washcloth compress on the outside of the ear.

Other options to look up and explore yourself would include onion compress, colloidal silver and hydrogen peroxide 3%.

This information relates to acute otitis media and is general education only. Always seek individual medical advice for your child.

15/08/2026

Headlice are often a summer issue but winter has been so mild, many of you have reached out for headlice support recently.

HOMEOPATHICS

Number one Head lice remedy is Staphysagria

Staphysagria is know as larkspur in the herbal world. There is a sensitivity to people needing Staphysagria, there can be shame about having the lice. There can be a history of abuse, bullying or suppression of emotions. There can be outbursts of anger and can tremble with anger.

Staphysagria can be used for treating during infestation and also as a preventative once a month

Other remedies that may be helpful
🐜 Lachesis
This remedy suits jealous children who are very talkative, strong minded and intense. The scalp can be very sensitive and they hate having a haircut.

🐜Lycopodium
When confidence is low and the child is easily overwhelmed by expectations. They may be what is termed a ‘street angel, house devil’. Meek and well behaved when out or at school but bossy and domineering at home and with siblings.

🐜 Nux Vomica
Use this for children who have given chemical pesticides for lice removal, which can be dangerous. These children may show lethargy, pallor and dark circles under the eyes, loss of appetite, nausea, and weakness. Nux vomica has been known to act as a detox when the symptoms match.

🐜Psorinum Nosode 30C (used for prevention, on exposure of someone in the class or family, given weekly)

🐜Sulphur
A very good remedy for warm-blooded children who hate having a bath and washing their hair. They love junk food and are quite lazy and messy.

PREVENTION STRATEGIES
• Keep hair tied up
• Don't share hats of head coverings
• Take a dose of Staphysagria each month
• Check heads frequently for signs of lice
• Make up a water spray with lavender and tea tree and spray hair line before school

13/08/2026

Have you booked your ticket to our longevity workshop at ?

On 30 August, Tia Brennan from and I will be facilitating a workshop at TMP Organics, Everton Park.

We'll be diving deep into the role of detoxification in longevity and biohacking.

If you know Tia and I, you'll know it's likely to be a robust convo as we touch on some of the fads (NMN, peppers & more).

To book your ticket, visit my website or comment YES and we'll send the link over. Tickets are $10 and spots are limited.

www.jopsies.com.au

Address

103A Kate Street
Woody Point, QLD

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/arohahealth, http://www.jospies.com.au/

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