Himalayan Salt
This unique crystal is full of surprising health benefits: It supports a healthy and fast metabolism, contributes to hormone balance, strengthens bones, and can lower blood pressure. Using it to season food is one way to use it, but gorgeous slabs of the salt can also be used to sear food or act as serving platters. Outside of the kitchen, a stunning Himalayan salt lamp or candle holder will purify the air.
Essential Oils
They’ve been around for thousands of years, but essential oils are gaining popularity as people are looking for natural alternatives to everyday items. Another multi-purpose gift, these plant based extracts can be used to treat common illnesses, replace toxic beauty products and cleaning solutions, and provide natural aromatherapy. Choose a basic set along with a diffuser and user guide for a loved one new to essential oils. For the oil professionals on your list, replenish their stock or give a unique essential oil jewelry piece. From tension reliever to immune booster to head lice remedy, there is an essential oil combination for everything!
Bamboo Kitchen Tools
The environmentalist in your life will be thrilled with any bamboo kitchen item. This hardy wood grows faster than any other type, continues growing when cut, and survives well without pesticides. Heat, stain, and odor resistant, this durable and eco-friendly material makes beautiful and useful tools for every kitchen need. You can find bamboo cutting boards, serving trays, bowls, storage containers, and utensils; perfect gifts for under the tree.
Herbal Tea
From morning carpool runs to winding down after a long day, life is better with a cup of tea. Herbal tea is a healthier alternative to sugary and caffeine-loaded options and offers a wide range of benefits for body and soul. It can fight colds, improve digestion, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, relieve stress, and lower blood pressure. With hundreds of varieties to choose from and a wide assortment of tea-serving accessories, herbal tea is a healthy gift that's sure to please.
Organic Wine
Organic wine is another winning beverage gift for the health and eco-conscious folks on your Christmas shopping list. Red wine especially has long been known for its health benefits. However the pesticides, chemicals, and added sugar in conventional wine cancel many of them out! Not to mention that many of the farming and production processes for standard wines often harm the environment. Fortunately, there are many companies selling wonderful organic wines that are healthier, environmentally friendly, and taste amazing. Tie a pretty bow around the bottle, and you’ve got the perfect gift.
Gift shopping doesn’t have to be stressful this year! Encourage that already fit and eco-conscious friend with a present they’ll love. Know someone looking to make some lifestyle changes for the new year? Give them the gift of a healthy jumpstart. Any of the above healthy and natural gift ideas are sure to please this holiday season.
