Small, But Mighty Stocking Stuffer Holiday Gift Guide 2020
Nutritious Life is making your holiday shopping effortless this year. We have handpicked (and tested so you can shop stress free) the healthiest, most practical, and inspiring items for every area of your life. We have something for everyone on your list. We’ll help you (and your loved ones) get better sleep, relax, cook up healthy and delicious meals, sparkle with self-care, move more, and simply be more joyful! Small, but mighty…these healthy stocking stuffers will bring your loved ones calm, great skin, safety, and most of all smiles. Gosili Silicone Travel Mug Sustainable coffee drinking! A chic, reusable cup that will encourage your loved one to ditch the paper cups. They are durable and meant to last a lifetime…which is kind of the point! Gosili travel mug, $15 Pretty Connected Mask Chain Sarah Jessica Parker won’t leave home without it. You’ve seen it worn on Emily in Paris, and all of your favorite influencers can’t stop talking about it. We’re talking about the Pretty Connected mask chain. It’s the ultimate accessory for 2020. Everyone will love to receive a little sparkle and shine to go with their masks. They can wear it as a necklace, bracelet, mask chain, and more! Committed to giving back, Pretty Connected is donating 10% of all sales to No Kid Hungry and The Armenia Fund. Pretty Connected x Sequin Good Vibes Mask and Chain set (with four different charm options). Prices range from $58-$78. Terra & Co Charcoal Toothpaste Set We’ve definitely jumped on board the charcoal toothpaste train. Terra & Co is a clean and sustainable oral care brand with a new holiday set which is a great stocking stuffer. We love the eco-friendly option for a bright smile, plus the company’s mission is to support women in business. Terra & Co Organic & Eco Oral Care Bundle, $30 Sour Lemon Beverage Company Apple Cider Vinegar When you think of apple cider vinegar, you may turn your nose up. It does have a bit of a shocking taste. The taste fairies at Sour Lemon Beverage Company have a fix. Their apple cider vinegar based concentrate has all the health benefits and actually tastes good. Their variety pack is great for your health conscious friends. Try the Pink Lemonade and Limeade first (so good!). Sour Lemon variety pack, $28 LANO 101 Ointment Bauble Fun fact: One of LANO’s 101 ointment is sold every minute, globally. It’s the perfect, must-have item to add to your holiday shopping list. This balm has 101 uses like soothing dry cuticles, cracked heels, and dry nasal passages, keeps eyebrows in place, soothes windburn, cold-chapped cheeks, dry brittle nails, paper cuts, insect bites, a supercharging moisturizer, and more. LANO 1010 Ointment Bauble, $17, Venus ET Fleur Ornaments These ornaments are the perfect stocking stuffer for your loved ones. Available in two options, a Votive Candle (Rose Blanche or Nue Tuberose scents) or the celeb favorite, Le Mini Round Rose (all colors available)—your tree will smell (and look) amazing. Venus ET Fleur ornament, from $45 – $59 Home-Grown Cactus & Succulent Kit Give a little something fun to do on a wintery day. They can cultivate their own little garden inside with this succulent kit. It comes with everything—seeds, planters, and it is really easy to do (no stressful, complicated directions!). Cactus Garden Kit, $35 Sustainable Cutlery Set NAMAR is a sustainable, reusable cutlery set made to help us get one step closer to minimizing the spread of germs and reducing waste to preserve our planet. Made out of 100% wheat straw, you can toss this set into your bag, and use it whenever you are in need. Plus, a portion of the proceeds are donated to Save the Earth Foundation NAMAR Cutlery Set (in 4 colors), $12 Touchland Power Mist Touchland Power Mist‘s pulverizer spray system ensures that the fast-evaporating sanitizer formula is evenly distributed across your hands to kill 99.99% of harmful, illness causing germs, while the naturally hydrating ingredients keep your skin feeling soft and moisturized all day long–with absolutely no stickiness! Create your own bundles this holiday by selecting the scents you, your family, and friends will enjoy in sets of 3, 5, 8 or 20! The more you add, the more you save! (Starting at $12 each on Touchland.com) Bullstrap 1st Impression Candle Does someone on your list have a new home? This candle is perfect in name. Bullstrap’s 1st Impression Candle smells amazing (amber and teakwood). It isn’t overpowering, and really warms a room. The candles are made with 100% soy wax + zero harmful fragrances. Bullstrap 1st Impression Candle, $24.95 Berlin Skin Black Spruce Body Oil A unisex body oil that smells just like Christmas is a luxury great for any stocking. Use this organic, plant-based hydrating oil right after showering or shaving. 4 to 5 drops goes a long way—and it’s really lightweight. A pro tip: Before applying, try inhaling the scent from the cup of your hands for extra soothing and relaxing aromatherapeutic benefits. Bonus: If you have brittle, damaged hair, try applying a tiny amount to the ends of your damp hair. Berlin Skin Black Spruce Body Oil, $72 Gindo’s Hot Sauce For your spicy friend, hot sauce is a perfect gift. Gindo’s is a husband and wife team who set out to make a “spice of life” (cute!). They wanted to inspire creativity in the kitchen, and that sounds great to us! Try their Honey Habanero or get the Ghost of Christmas Trio for a sampling of all. Gindo’s Ghost of Christmas Hot Sauce Box, $40 FreeBand Sanitizer Wristband This is the ultimate stocking stuffer for all your loved ones. Are you always hunting down your mini bottle of sanitizer in your purse or scouring the store for a wipe or bottle when shopping? This genius invention allows you to wear yoru sanitizer as a bracelet! Easily refillable with your choice of sanitizer, and comes in a variety of colors—and for kids too! Freeband, $20 (photo credit: Shutterstock and
Health & Wellness Subscription Box Gift Guide 2020
Nutritious Life is making your holiday shopping effortless this year. We have handpicked (and tested so you can shop stress free) the healthiest, most practical and inspiring items for every area of your life. We’ll help you (and your loved ones) get better sleep, relax, cook up healthy and delicious meals, sparkle with self care, and simply be more joyful! While we may not be able to see our loved ones this season, we can send them an amazing gift…and one that keeps on giving. Here’s our favorite subscription boxes from yummy veggies and wine to clean beauty and mindfulness. There’s a little something for everyone. Fight Food Fighter: Misfits Produce Organic produce and sustainably-sourced pantry staples (like chocolate, chips and sauces) delivered to your door. Misfits takes in all the high-quality food that grocery stores would rather let go to waste because it doesn’t look “perfect”. This gift will help to reduce food waste on a scale that creates positive and lasting impact. Misfits Market, starting at $22 per box Superfood Smoothies Many smoothie boxes are freezer based, but Fairseed will keep fresh for months in the pantry. They are made of organic seeds, nuts, fruits, and spices—so you’re getting protein, micronutrients, healthy fats, and fiber. No fillers, no artificial sweeteners, no junk. Available in 3 flavors: Goji Pistachio, Walnut Date, and Cacao. Fairseed Smoothies, subscriptions start at $44 Earspiration of the Month Sparkles and inspiration…that is something to look forward to! Nina Berenato is a sustainable jewelry designer based out of Austin, TX. Created to inspire you to reach your goals and celebrate your successes—one cute earring at a time! Each box features an adorable new set of stud earrings along with a challenge and inspiring intention. Your card will come with a QR code that links you to the Earspiration Community where you can share how you tackled your monthly challenge. Nina Berenato Jewelry, monthly box starting at $15 Feel Fab Help someone on your list find a little “me time.” Feeling Fab comes to the rescue with a box full of premium skincare and wellness tools that help remind you that finding time to take care of yourself doesn’t have to be hard. Each month, you will receive 6-8 clean and natural beauty, skincare and body-care products, and spiritual growth and stress-reducing tools. Feeling Fab, subscriptions starting at $22 Earth Love Earthlove is the award-winning subscription box for living an eco-conscious life. Every product they include in the boxes is vetted to the highest eco standards, including products that are all-natural, sustainably and ethically sourced, cruelty-free, non-GMO, vegan and organic—even the packaging is 100% biodegradable, and created with environmentally-friendly algae-based inks. The seasonal delivery includes a book, organically-sourced bags, lotion, and even treats like granola bars. Earthlove, annually or quarterly, $60 Take a Vacation (At Home) Dreaming of taking a trip? Missing vacations? There’s a box for that! Cratejoy’s Vacation Crate will take you away. Each box offers items themed around one country and culture including snacks, decor, jewelry, and more.You can feel like you are traveling across the globe…in your living room. Vacation Crate, $36 Natural Candles from Across the Country We love supporting small businesses, and Vellabox is one of our faves. Their box is the subscription version of visiting the best-smelling boutiques around the country. The hand-poured candles they include are all small-batch, toxin-free, and sourced from small businesses across the U.S. Vellabox, starting at $10 DIY Cocktail Kit SaloonBox provides you with everything you need to become a fancy mixologist. Each month, you’re sent a specialty-crafted recipe with supplies to make four cocktails in each box (including the liquor). You’ll get the luxury of trying new drinks without having to buy all the ingredients. SaloonBox, $49.00 quarterly. The Gift of Hope Give a little encouragement, gratitude, and hope when people need it the most. Hopebox is a monthly subscription box that includes handmade treasures like journals, candles, organic beauty products, books, and more. Hopebox, starting at $48 A Box With a Cause A box with a heart. CAUSEBOX is curated with ethically-made, sustainably-sourced products that give back every three months. There’s a mix of beauty, home, and unique items within each beautifully-designed box. They’re committed to supporting small-scale makers and artisans as a way to end poverty and protect the planet. CAUSEBOX, $30/quarterly Happy in a Box A therapist-curated box that inspires a happier life through practical joy-boosting activities and self-care products. Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to continually reorganize itself every single day by forming new neural connections throughout life. It allows you to literally change your brain and create a happier life. Each Therabox includes a happiness activity inspired by neuroscience and positive psychology research in addition to full-sized wellness items for the mind and body. Therabox, staring at $39 For Your Furry Friend Barkbox is a great gift for the pet lover. Each box features toys, chews, and treats, and is customizable by dog size. They even have fun-themed boxes like Home Alone. Barkbox, $29 Your At-Home Personal Chef For the person on holiday shopping lists that wishes for a personal chef (after months of cooking in quarantine), meals from Freshly are the next best thing. Freshly is a weekly subscription service delivering fresh (not frozen), chef-cooked meals that can be heated and served in 3 minutes. Unlike meal kits, all you need is a microwave, fork, and plate (optional!) to get a satisfying lunch or dinner on the table. You can pick from a menu of 30+ single-serve meals including classic comfort foods, and twists on takeout favorites made with better-for-you ingredient swaps. All meals are gluten-free and single-serve for the perfect portion. Freshly Gift cards, available for 4, 6, 10 or 12 meals per week starting at $8.49/meal. Cater to Mom Give a Cater to Mom monthly subscription box to help take care of a mom’s needs during the Fourth Trimester. Each month, they will receive 6 to 8 curated items filled with postpartum essentials
Get Cookin’ Holiday Gift Guide
Nutritious Life is making holiday shopping effortless this year. We have handpicked (and tested so you can shop stress free) the healthiest, most practical and inspiring items for every area of your life. We have something for everyone on your list. We’ll help you (and your loved ones) get better sleep, relax, cook up healthy and delicious meals, sparkle with self-care, and simply be more joyful! Here are our favorite items for the person who loves to cook (or who wants to love to cook!). We’ve got everything from must-have gadgets to meal-kits. 17 HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR THE CHEF It’s Bacon! A bacon gift box may be the perfect gift for the meat lover on your list. Baker’s Bacon is made from sustainably (and humanely) raised, no added nitrates, vegetarian-fed, antibiotic-free heritage breed pork sourced from family-owned farms in Iowa. This gift set includes three packages of bacon (two Thick Sliced Double Smoked Bacon and one Thick Sliced Uncured Back Bacon), a Baker’s Bacon lanyard and customizable gift message with clever bacon greetings. BAKER’S BACON “I love you more than bacon” box, $42 Make Dinner Together Having all the ingredients in one place to make a quick dinner is our idea of a great present. Pastene’s Gluten-Free Pasta Lovers Gift Box has everything needed to cook up a fresh and easy meal. Also, it tastes just like grandma made it. Pastene Gluten-Free Pasta Lovers Box, $20 Become a Gourmet Chef Want to impress at your next dinner party? The Levo is the kitchen tool you didn’t know you always needed. Make herbal infused oil, butter and honey at home, without the time or mess of traditional methods. New to the market, Levo is a kitchen tool that will have you whipping up delicious dressings, sauces and even beauty products. Make a healthy Sesame Ginger Salad Dressing, Kale & Walnut Pesto or even a CBD Hand & Body Moisturizer. LEVO Oil Infuser, $129 Meal Prep Magic Bentgo makes the cutest on-the-go salad and soup containers and sustainable options for meal prep. They will help anyone get excited about preparing all their healthy meals. Plus, really great options for the kids too! Bentgo Prep container, starting at $11 Instagram Ready Creations Ever wonder how those gorgeous food photos are created on Instagram? Well, it starts with some unique ingredients. Lucky for us, Civilized Coffee has recently launched their latest Gift Box “Craft Baking & Drink” which features everything a foodie photographer needs to make Insta worthy baked goods and drinks. You’ll get Honey Crystals, Cacao Nibs, Cocoa Powder, Rock Candy, a bodum Milk Frother and more. Civilized Coffee Craft Baking & Drink Gift Box, $99 Breakfast in a Box Get cozy with the family on a snowy morning and cook up a warm breakfast. The Woodlife Ranch Breakfast Box has everything you need to take your breakfast to the next level. You’ll get Maple Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix, maple syrup, coffee and even a cute cup. We love that Woodlife Ranch is a family owned working farm in the Berkshires of Massachusetts. Woodlife Woodlife Ranch Breakfast in a Box, $89 Coffee Maker Magic The Clio coffee brewer uses a pressure-brewing system that delivers a sustainable cup of coffee with bold flavor. No watered down java here. Plus, our pods are also made from 50% less material and from fully recyclable material compared to the leading single cup brand.You can also upgrade this gift by signing your loved ones up for Clio’s subscription pod service. The Clio Coffee Brewer, $129 Baking Up a Fairy Tale Supporting small businesses just became more magical. The Cookie Cups has a number of fun cooking kits for the whole family. Looking for something savory, they also offer a Pizza Making Kit. This may not be your healthy option, but this is a great way to get kids excited about cooking! Unicorn Cookie Cup Baking Kit, $49.99 Unique Sipping There’s nothing better than relaxing with a hot cup of tea. Chariteas works with sustainable tea farms in order to craft custom blends. The Herbal Infusion Tea Flight is a perfect gift for the tea lover to receive the most unique tea blends from countries in Southeast Asia such as Indonesia and Vietnam. Thanks to butterfly pea flowers, the first infusion changes from blue to purple with the addition of citrus. Plus, Chariteas cares about the environment and with each purchase of tea, they replant trees. Herbal Infusion Tea Flight from Chariteas, $36 Stir It Up Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a cooking newbie, the Home Beis Silicone Me Utensil set will make you want to cook. These utensils are chic (love the wooden handle!) and durable (they won’t chip). The best part, they are affordable. A set including a deep soup ladle, flexible spatula, slotted turner, slotted spoon, strainer and pasta server is only $32. Home Beis Silicone Me Utensil Set, $32 Have a Tea Party When guests come by, this electric tea kettle is great for a pretty, impromptu tea party. Bella has a number of styles to pick from too. We like this blue aztec style. Best part, it’s cordless and has carefree auto shut-off (we love safety). Bella, ELECTRIC CERAMIC KETTLE, $40 The Ultimate Smoothie Maker You all know we love our smoothies, so having the ultimate blender is essential. We love the Ninja as you get powerful ice crushing and single serve capabilities. Easy to whip up and go! You can also make soups and sauces with ease. Ninja Professional Countertop Blender, $120 High Performance Pans Created for cooks who appreciate performance, and also ease (goodbye scrubbing pans!). HexClad has all you need—stainless or nonstick, dishwasher safe, oven safe, induction-ready, scratch-resistant and stay-cool handles. Plus they come with a lifetime warranty. What we liked was that it really was non-stick, so easy cleanup. HexClad 7PC Pan Set, $449 Airfryer, But So Much More Brussel Sprouts, French Fries, Pizza—Oh My! Airfryer meets countertop oven? Sign us up! We are obsessed with airfrying
The 2017 Nutritious Life Gift Guide: Sweat Often
From the latest gadgets to workout wear, the active people in your life will break out into celebratory burpees when they unwrap one these.
The 2017 Nutritious Life Gift Guide: Stress Less
These are the presents you want to give to the people in your life who are Way. Too. Busy.
The Best Healthy Gifts to Give this Year
Shouldn’t every gift you give help your loved ones live their most Nutritious Lives? We think so! That’s why our official 2016 Nutritious Life Gift Guide is filled with unique, healthy gifts for everyone on your list. Help your foodie sister-in-law stock her kitchen with tools for eating well in 2017 (organic artisan spices?), for example, or your fitness-obsessed BFF recover faster (the best foam roller!). Here are the healthy gifts everyone will be excited to unwrap—whether they’re already committed to a wellness-focused lifestyle or you’re giving them a friendly holiday nudge in the right direction. Healthy Gifts: Eat Empowered The Well Necessities Subscription, $40–50 A seasonal delivery of functional foods and lifestyle essentials that protect and promote your health, curated by dietitian Lisa Hayim, MS, RD, a graduate of The Nutrition School. (You can gift one delivery or set someone up for the whole year.) Organic Artisan Baking Spices in Magnetic Jars, $140 Art Basel meets Food Network: These good-for-you spices look like a piece of art and are super functional at the same time, since they stick right onto the fridge for easy access. Brass Spoon Rest, $32–110 The home cook and hostess will love this chic piece for resting spoons while whipping up a feast or putting them out for serving at a dinner party. Life’s Abundance Plant Protein Chocolate Powder, $55 Something for a smoothie-lover’s stocking? This plant-based protein powder is made with the highest quality, clean ingredients (I should know—I helped formulate it!). The Hemsley + Hemsley Spiralizer, $17 For the pasta lover who’s trying every strategy to cut back on carbs, this veggie noodle tool—made by cool food bloggers Jasmine and Melissa Hemsley will transform meal time. Healthy Gifts: Drink Up S’well Water Bottle, $25–45 S’well’s bottles keep water cold for 24 hours and, in cool patterns like Dark Forest, are super chic. They come in multiple sizes (the small nine-ounce is great for kids to throw in their backpacks), and gifting one also means giving back, since the company helps provide clean drinking water to kids around the world. House of Matcha Gift Set, $89 Matcha’s position as the trendiest tea isn’t budging in 2017, and that makes us happy, given its health benefits and taste. This gorgeous gift set comes with the highest quality matcha. Healthy Gifts: Sleep Deep Thrive Pillow, $88 A fun, cheeky reminder for the most overworked in your life that getting enough sleep is essential when it comes to getting ahead. Healthy Gifts: Sweat Often Withings Activite Steel, $150 Finally, a smartwatch the stylish dude in your life will actually wear, with a sleek design and effective fitness tracking. Monrow Oversized Camo Basic Legging, $135 A fun print on a blend of cotton/spandex fabric makes these the perfect option for the woman who likes to wear her leggings from barre class to brunch. Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 33 Shield, $125 A great pair of sneakers is really all anyone needs to get in a workout wherever they are, and this sleek new design from Nike comes with a bonus: a weather-protective coating that will keep the runner on your gift list comfortable (AKA dry feet) on slushy, winter runs. Sweaty Betty Escape Sweater, $160 The perfect cute-and-cozy piece to layer over leggings on the way to yoga or on a long, cold-weather run. Healthy Gifts: Nurture Yourself Lauren Roxburgh Aligned Life Foam Roller, $15–45 A good foam roller can literally change an active person’s life. I use mine daily, and my kids love it, too—so you can consider it a family gift, really. Jiva Apoha Personalized Body Oil, $200 For the person in your life who needs a little pampering: order this for a friend and Jiva Apoha will have them answer questions before creating their perfect treatment oil with ultra-pure, high quality essential oils chosen to facilitate healing and promote well-being. Healthy Gifts: Love More Buddha Charm Disc, $210–990 Engraved with a Buddha motif symbolizing “Enlightenment,” this handmade charm acts as an all-day, close-to-the-heart reminder to focus on and project love and kindness. Healthy Gifts: Live Consciously Awair Air Quality Monitor, $200 This smart device tracks toxins and chemicals in the air and gives personalized recommendations for your giftee to create a healthier space at home. Glass Straws, $32-38 For the family member who’s constantly sipping smoothies or has kids that love to use straws, these reduce the use of plastic and minimize waste—and they look pretty, too. Univers Series Office Set, $760 OTHR’s high-design products are 3D-printed to order, eliminating all production waste. And this desk organizer will add a little Zen to any workspace to promote focus. Healthy Gifts: Stress Less Meditation Mala Necklace, $240 Handmade in London using natural, recycled materials, this spiritual jewelry pick is made with one-of-a-kind gemstones that are said to still the mind and promote peace and tranquility.
