‘Tis the season! Christmas is right around the corner and some of us may still be scrambling for last-minute Christmas gifts. But no worries – you don’t have to come empty-handed. Here is a healthy twist on those last-minute Christmas gifts. How about a wellness gift for the mind, body and soul?
What’s the one gift we all want but can’t really buy?
GOOD HEALTH!
Although we can’t box that up, all is not lost. Make your gift count by giving the gift that keeps on giving.
Many times we want to be healthy, eat healthy and live healthy but when it comes to the bottom line and bills, those healthy items often fall last on our shopping list to buy. So this is where your wellness gift can make the difference.
Here are 5 holiday gifts with a healthy twist and all are well under $30.
1. Gym bag with a water bottle and weight gloves
These are vital gym basics to get started. Get them organized with a stylish gym bag. Drop a little note in the water bottle reminding them to drink 8 glasses of water a day.
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2. Yoga mat with resistance bands
This is great for those who travel. A yoga mat with bands makes for the perfect mobile or stationary exercise station. Resistance bands fit easily into any purse, travel bag or backpack. Add a note with exercise examples.
3. Essential oils or scented candles
Aromatherapy in the form of essential oils can be used for a wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. You can smell it, rub it on the skin and even ingest some but check with your MD first! Here are some favorites:
- Lavender – get better sleep & manage stress
- Grapefruit – reduce your appetite
- Sweet orange – need help with anxiety?
- Tea tree – ward off & fight infections
- Peppermint – put a stop to headaches
- Cedarwood – help prevent hair loss and skin irritation
- Rosemary – focus better at work
- Ginger – relieve nausea
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4. Mix and match neck pillow or gel cooling eye mask paired with earplugs
Thirty percent of people are sleep deprived, sleeping less than 6 hours. Help create a restful and comfortable sleep environment. Give the gift that promotes rest for good health.
5. One-month gym pass
If you know a fitness newbie, this is a great way to introduce someone to the gym. One major barrier to getting to the gym is that it can be expensive. There are tons of holiday specials right now – get a great price. Even if they don’t stick to the gym, they can use it for what it’s worth and hopefully build on the healthy lifestyle of exercise.