Presenting our Healthy Holiday Gift Guide
Looking for the perfect gift for friends or family? Members of Team TidalHealth have suggested some of their favorite health- and wellness-themed items. With a variety of items and price ranges, let this gift list spark your shopping ideas. Several brands are offering Black Friday deals.
Electronics
Fitbit Charge 6 Tracker: Tamara Giles, clinical nutrition manager, recommends the Fitbit Charge 6 Tracker. She says: “You can track your water and calorie intake in the Fitbit app along with your workouts and sleep. I like not having to use multiple apps or devices.”
$159.95 ($99.95 through Dec. 4), Google Store
Garmin Forerunner 265: Kat Rodgers, director of community health initiatives, recommends the Garmin Forerunner 265. She says: “The upgrade from the 245 to the 265 is amazing! Bright light, awesome analytics and workout suggestions.”
$449.99 (currently on sale at $349.99), garmin.com
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2: Vanessa Junkin, marketing specialist, and Patricia Abrams, service desk supervisor, both recommend these bone-conduction headphones. Junkin says: “I love that you can run with these bone-conduction headphones while hearing your surroundings.”
$179.95, shokz.com
Accessories
Road iD bracelet: Abrams recommends this bracelet that you can wear with pertinent information on it in case of emergency. She says: “I feel a real sense of peace of mind knowing I have my Road iD on whenever I'm out and about. It’s reassuring to know that in case of an emergency, my vital information is right there, making it easier for others to help me if needed. It’s like carrying a little safety net wherever I go.”
$24.99-$39.99 (Black Friday deal: take 20-40 percent off through Nov. 30), roadid.com
Goodr sunglasses: Karen Dunn, clinical education specialist, recommends Goodr sunglasses, which come in a variety of styles and colors. She says: “Protect your eyes, and your wallet, while looking stylish.” Styles designed for running/biking are non-slip.
$25-35 (Black Friday deal: take 25 percent off through Dec. 3), goodr.com
Self-Care
TheraICE Headache Relief Cap: Abrams recommends this cap, which can be used for cold or heat therapy. She says: “I absolutely love the TheraICE Headache Relief Cap because it provides soothing relief for both my sinus headaches and migraines. Its combination of cold and compression therapy works wonders in easing pain and tension.”
$59.95 (Black Friday deal of $29.95 through Dec. 2), theraice.com
Dr Teal's Sleep Spray Calm Blend: Give the gift of good sleep with this suggestion from Abrams. She says: “I absolutely love Dr Teal's Sleep Spray because its soothing aromatherapy scent helps me unwind and relax, creating the perfect atmosphere for a restful night's sleep. It’s my go-to for calming both my mind and body before bed.”
$5.87, walmart.com
Bath & Body Works items: Holly Adkins, RN at the TidalHealth Allen Cancer Center, shares various gift ideas from Bath & Body Works. She says: “Aloe infused socks, lotions, antibacterial gel, shower gels are always a nice treat.”
Prices vary, bathandbodyworks.com
Happy shopping and enjoy the holiday season!