10 Healthy Gifts For Dad This Father’s Day

Dads sometimes need a little coaxing in the wellness department. (Hey, they don’t get those dad bods for nothin!) In general, moms seem to embrace a whole-person approach to health and wellness more readily. But let’s not give dads the short shrift. They have endless potential – and we’re here to embrace that and help guide them toward a healthier lifestyle in every way we can. That’s why we scoured the interwebs to find the best lifestyle and fitness products to give a dad you love this Father’s Day – even if he thinks he doesn’t need it. 10 Best Healthy Gifts for Dad 1. Go 3 Smartphone Sanitizer & Portable Charger (Image: Amazon) It’s no wonder that all the anti-virus protocols call for washing your hands day and night. That’s because all the germs on our hands (and our phones!) can enter our bodies through our nose, mouth and eyes. This gift will help Dad to keep his phone germ-free and keep those colds and viruses at bay. Phone Soap’s smartphone sanitizer is battery-powered and portable for a squeaky clean phone 24/7. $56 at Amazon 2. Prana Verde Yoga Mat Large (Image: Prana) This eco-friendly, grippy yoga mat will help dad work on his “Cool Quotient” or CQ. We love the extra large one for dad, but it comes in a smaller size as well. $110 at Prana 3. Nordic Ware Nonstick Backsplash Griddle (Image: Nordicware) The next time dad decides to make breakfast for the fam, help make it healthier with this backsplash griddle. The cast aluminum, PFOA-free nonstick surface makes for cleaner cooking and less carcinogens from burnt, stuck-to-the-griddle food. A sloped angle lets grease and liquids run off (and pool in a well away from food). It can even be placed on the grill for the next round of smash burgers (a conscious indulgence we recommend from time to time)! $62 NordicWare 4. Veritable Classic Smart Indoor Garden Grower (Image: Veritable-Garden) Dad doesn’t even have to have a green thumb to grow veggies indoors because the Veritable Garden takes care of everything! Available in 7 sizes and configurations, the patented system uses ready-to-use seed pods to grow up to 68 different veggies and herbs with no pesticides or GMOs. Make dad the gardener he never knew he wanted to be. $160-$330 at Veritable Garden 5. Jungle Culture Eco-Friendly Bamboo Safety Razor (Image: Jungle Culture) Jungle Culture, founded in Vietnam in 2018, aims to reduce the use of everyday single-use plastic items. They are also committed to creating a sustainable and ethical supply chain, working with small craft manufacturers around Asia. Each double-edged bamboo safety razor comes with a jute carrying bag and is precision engineered and weighted for a seamless zero-waste shaving experience, according to the company. They even offer a user guide for safety razor beginners! Give dad the clean, close shave he deserves while also honoring Mother Earth. $25 at Jungle Culture 6. Jungle Culture Shaving Soap Bars (Image: Jungle Culture) Complete dad’s shave gift set with Jungle Culture’s eco-friendly shaving soap as an alternative to shave gels and foams. Zero waste and handmade in Vietnam, the soap’s ingredients are cruelty-free, palm oil-free, chemical-free and vegan. The soap is also made with less water content so that they last for up to 2 years. Now, that’s impressive! Inspire dad with this earth-friendly choice that will last and last. $12 at Jungle Culture 7. ClassPass Gift Card (Image: ClassPass) ClassPass is a monthly membership to one million boutique fitness gyms, studios, salons and spas around the world. Get your dad a gift card for any amount and Class Pass will send it to him by email. And, no, he doesn’t need to be a member to redeem it. $ any amount at ClassPass 8. Go Play Golf Gift Card (Image: Go Play Golf) Does dad love to play golf but never seems to book a tee time? Take part of the legwork out of the equation by gifting him the Go Play Golf gift card that can be redeemed at over 5,000 golf courses nationwide. Better yet, gift him the card and the tee time for the perfect golf lover’s Father’s Day treat. $25-$500 at Go Play Golf 9. Partake Non-Alcoholic Beer (Image: Drink Partake) Has dad joined the sober-curious movement? Whether he drinks booze or not, Partake’s low-calorie, all natural and plant-powered beers are award-winning, non-alcoholic craft brews that prove you don’t need ABV for great-tasting flavor. From limited-edition cherry gose to lime, hazy IPAs to radlers, there’s something for every dad to love. And he’ll adore Saturday mornings even more without that hangover. $29.99 for a 12-pack at Partake $55 for a 24-pack 10. Ranger Portable Fire Pit and Stand (Image: Solo Stove) What Dad doesn’t want to gather around a fire and roast some marshmallows or play his guitar with his family joining in on the fun? Enter this portable fire pit. $199.00 at Solo Stove (Image: Shutterstock)

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