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Hastings Grandmother Reclaims Her Garden After Years of Letting It “Go Wild”

Sponsored by Koru Nutrition

Sue spent three years watching her beloved Hastings garden slowly turn into what she calls “a beautiful mess” – not by choice, but because kneeling had become her enemy.

The 66-year-old retiree had gradually surrendered tasks she once loved. First went the weeding. Then the planting. By last year, she was directing operations from a chair while her husband did his best with the spade.

“I’d always been the gardener in our family,” Sue explains from her now-immaculate vegetable patch ready for spring planting. “My husband jokes he has black thumbs. But there I was, pointing and instructing like some sort of garden general who couldn’t get into the trenches.”

The frustration peaked when her three grandchildren visited last year.

“They wanted to plant strawberries with Nana. I had to sit on a stool and supervise. My 5-year-old granddaughter asked why I couldn’t get down with them. That hurt more than my knees ever did.”

Sue had tried various remedies over the years – heat packs, anti-inflammatory gels, even expensive treatments. “Nothing quite worked. Some helped a bit, but I’d given up on getting back to proper gardening.”

That changed when a friend mentioned Koru FX. “She raved about this natural cream made down in Christchurch. Said it was the only thing that helped her tennis elbow.”

Sceptical but desperate, Sue picked up a bottle from her local Life pharmacy. “I figured I’d tried everything else. What was one more cream?”

She applied it morning and night to her troublesome knees and lower back. “The first thing I noticed was it didn’t smell medicinal. Just a nice peppermint scent. And it absorbed quickly – not greasy like others I’d tried. It felt good after just a few minutes but I wasn’t so sure.”

Within a week, Sue noticed something remarkable. “I was deadheading roses and realised I’d been bending for five minutes without thinking about it. That hadn’t happened in years.”

Two weeks later came the real test. “The grandkids were visiting again. My granddaughter asked if we could plant some spring vegetables. I said yes without thinking, then panicked. But you know what? I managed 40 minutes in the garden with them. Proper gardening – on my knees in the dirt.”

The improvement has been steady since. Sue’s garden, once showing signs of neglect, is now thriving again. “My husband’s relieved he’s been demoted from head gardener,” she laughs. “Though he still helps with the heavy lifting.”

Her morning routine now includes tending to her vegetables in the Hawke’s Bay sun. “I apply the cream first thing, then I’m good for hours. It’s given me my independence back.”

When asked what she’d tell others in similar situations, Sue doesn’t hesitate. “Don’t accept that this is just how things are now. I spent three years thinking my gardening days were over. You don’t know unless you give it a go.”

She pauses at her garden gate, surveying rows of thriving silverbeet and spring onions. “My physio says staying active is the best thing for me. Thanks to Koru FX, I can actually do that now.”

Sue joins over 52,652 New Zealanders who’ve found relief with the New Zealand-made cream since its launch.

But how is it possible for a little unknown Kiwi cream to be building such a quiet following?

The secret is in Koru FX’s unique formula, unlike anything else currently available.

It harnesses 16 natural oils. Black pepper, nutmeg and rosemary widen surface vessels so nutrients can pass through the dermal layer; peppermint, eucalyptus and mānuka trigger a rapid cooling of over-excited nerve endings; antioxidants such as calendula and chamomile then flood joints with polyphenols for hours of comfort.

The approach is based on Nobel-winning science by American biochemist David Julius, who showed that botanical compounds like peppermint can modulate temperature-sensing nerve channels that influence pain signalling.

By working with our bodies built in signalling system, the makers of Koru FX have been able to deliver the fast-acting, long-lasting comfort people are looking for – but without all the nasties.

Professional sports trainer Ricki Jacobs says this sort of joint and muscle relief often delivers wider benefits too. “When people can move without fearing a flare-up, their confidence, social life and even sleep rebound just as quickly,” he notes.

“I spent years thinking natural meant weak,” Graham admits. “Turns out these Kiwi-made formulas do the trick though. It’s let me actually live my retirement instead of just surviving it.”

Koru Nutrition, the Christchurch company behind the product, offers a 60-day money-back guarantee acknowledging that everyone is unique and has different challenges when it comes to joint health.

“I think it’s really important people can try Koru FX for themselves with the peace of mind of 60-days to give it a really good go.”

“There’s no such thing as a silver-bullet but this way people can know if it works for them just as it has for thousands of others,” says André Linton, Managing Director of Koru Nutrition.

For those who want to give it a try, Koru Nutrition are offering readers discounts of up to 40 per cent.

Graham insists he’s already taken advantage of the offer saying, “I’ve got no intention of spending my retirement on the couch.”

You can learn more about Koru FX and Koru Nutrition by going to https://go.trykoru.co.nz/koru-fx-ncoa.

What makes Koru FX #1 for Joint Relief?

What makes Koru FX so effective is its unique blend of 16 essential oils and plant extracts, carefully selected to work together in perfect synergy. Ingredients like peppermint and eucalyptus provide deep, antioxidant support, while nutmeg and black pepper extract supercharges the absorption process. These key elements help dilate the skin, allowing the soothing nutrients to penetrate faster and reach the joints where they’re needed most.

Deep Absorption

Black pepper and nutmeg dilate skin vessels, enabling the absorption process to begin.

Fast-Acting Comfort

Peppermint, Eucalyptus, and Manuka Oil + 10 other anti-oxidants reach the joint, creating a cooling sensation.

Long-Lasting Support

Following the cooling sensation, a deep and soothing warmth occurs. This indicates the joint has been successfully ‘flooded’ with anti-oxidants.

This advanced absorption technique was first discovered by David Julius, an American biochemist, who won a Nobel Prize in 2021 for his groundbreaking research on how the body perceives pain. Koru Nutrition has since applied his findings to develop New Zealand’s most effective natural joint relief cream.

It’s this fast-acting, deeply penetrating formula that turned Graham from a sceptic into believer – and why thousands of Kiwis trust Koru FX every single day.

Over 52,429 Happy Customers and Counting

Reading the reviews, it’s easy to see why so many Kiwis are turning to Koru FX for natural relief…  

People like Mary who wrote in to say, “I have been using Koru FX cream for at least a couple of months now. I decided to give it a go, it is marvellous. I told my hubby to have a try and he also swears by Koru FX. We can only say you have to try this product and find out for yourself.”

Or Sandi, “This cream is amazing! I couldn’t believe it. So many of my friends now use it too. The best thing is it’s a natural product.”

Finally, Karl wrote in with an incredible review… “Koru FX is the best natural joint and muscle cream on the market, helps me get through my physical job every shift. Highly recommend for knees as it works wonders for me.”

🚨 READERS DISCOUNT:

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June C.Verified Buyer
Works well, pleased with the results.
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Paul S.Verified Buyer
It actually works i use it everyday
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Georgina B.Verified Buyer
Best product i have bought for joints. Away for a few days with my daughter and she was complaining about her knees. I got her to try and could not believe the relief she got straight away. Wonderful product
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I bought this thinking I would give it a go ho-hum. BUT I love it. When I get achy knees this is my go to product. Arthritis is settling in and Koru Joint and Muscle Support makes a great difference, eases pain and ache. Natural ingredients an absolute bonus.
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It seems to take a while to make a difference
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Excellent product
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Jill H.Verified Buyer
It really works on stiff muscles. I use it every day on shoulders and hips and knees. Keeps the pain of stiff muscles at bay.
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Told my friends seeing is believing give it a try you won’t be sorry.
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The cream is very soothing and I’m sure it has helped with my plantar fasciitis issues
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Best I have used for kneew and shoulder
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A great reduction at this point of continual back and legs (2) pain after using s containers Cheers E
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Great - have recommended it quite friends and family
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Graham M.Verified Buyer
Koru FX excellent product. Excellent for relieving pain and stiffness in joints. Would recommend to anyone
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Great product, very helpful in reducing pain in my knees and lower back.
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It works!!
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It takes away some of my pain but I think my knee needs a new one
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It's amazing I spent thousands of dollars on back pain and nothing worked!! Koru FX keeps me moving and doing pretty much whatever I want to do
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That it is excellent for the pain
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This is really good for joint and fingers pain. I use it all the time and get pain relief all the time. Best stuff I have ever used. Perfect..
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Use on my knees only and my mobility has increased.
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It marvelous on my RArithis knee pain, calms it down very well.
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Like some of the other reviewers for this product it is regular use and giving it time where you will see real results. Rub it in until it has been properly absorbed, be patient and take the opportunity to show your body some love.
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Im not a big believer in all these remedies, but thought I might give this one a go, and Im very happy with it, the pain in my knees has nearly total gone.
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Great Product, Really does the business
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I found this product extremely affective & have recommenedit to friends who I suspect have followed through with an order
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A New Zealand product with natural ingredients that really work! Have happily recommended this product to all my friends
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G B.Verified Buyer
It's a good product but for me it's more like it should be used for surface care for muscle not for deep joint pain .
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Ingrid T.Verified Buyer
It worked pretty well for my injury, but not as quickly as hoped for. Has worked really well for mild muscular issues, very effective.
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Wow... My wife and I have osteo arthritis in many places in our limbs, and most remedies are ineffectual, however, when I applied Koru FX to my fingers, there was almost instant relief, within three minutes the pain is dramatically reduced. My wife also has arthritis, her fingers are bent and crippled. only minutes after applying Koru FX, the pain is reduced. This is not a cure, but it certainly is the best cream that we have found after many, many years of searching. Thanks Koru Nutrition, you ROCK!!!
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That i use it & I am happy it helps manage my pain.
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Many of my friends are using this product as I continue to recommend Koru FX daily. Fantastic calming, warm, relaxing the painful lower back/ hip muscles.I find this product applied to my sore spots liberally can avoid the awful spasms!
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Great product, really works, used it for years for running and other aches and pains, given to friends to try and they've bought too
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Brilliant stuff. Met a New Zealand friend in Singapore who put me onto Koru FX for my achey finger joint - she was using it for her knee and let me try a bit. I found out about the company and products through her !
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As usual It is my go to item. I have been using it for years. There is one in the car, kitchen, bedroom and lounge. If any of my friends or relations are suffering I give it to them to try.
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Robyn A.Verified Buyer
This cream works and my shoulder is feeling easier. Thanks
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Pat M.Verified Buyer
I have been using Koru FX for about 4 weeks morning & night. My Knees are so much better. I can get out of a chair without groaning. I move faster into walking pace without hobbling. Thankyou so much Will be ordering some more soon.
★★★★☆3 weeks ago
Garth P.Verified Buyer
i don't recommend products to others unless they ask as i have recommended a product to others ,they then came back to me saying that product was rubbish .so now it is up to them to decide.
★★★★☆3 weeks ago
Rex J.Verified Buyer
Purchased to see if it helped pain in big toe joints from arthritis. Certainly has given good relief,Obviously won't fix it,but 2 apps per day is a big help.
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Colleen S.Verified Buyer
Relieves pain within 5 minutes.
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Judith D.Verified Buyer
I have given so many of these to friends. One last week in fact. I have arthritis which doesn’t much bother me while using it every morning. I put it on my shoulders, elbow, lower back, knees, top & under my feet. I’m going through a bottle quite quickly these days. It’s been just amazing for me. I’ve been getting it from you for probably seven years. Three years at my current address & before that at 3/59 Cook St. Howick, Auckland. If you could please look it up & tell me how long it’s been. Thanks, Jude
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Ruth W.Verified Buyer
It works for me, the application is smooth, nice perfume and I will keep on using it.
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Paul I.Verified Buyer
Yes it really works
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Jan D.Verified Buyer
What a great product
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Denis R.Verified Buyer
At 86 years old i put on my knees and hip every morning, since i had a knee replacement 13 years ago it helps the pain.
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Linda H.Verified Buyer
I find koru fx cream great for my knees I use it everyday
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Hayden R.Verified Buyer
Has helped immensely with my left knee. Highly recommend

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