The Health & Wellness Holiday Gift Guide for Adults
ADDitude asked: What’s the best holiday gift you’ve received (or given) that promoted health and well-being? Here, readers recommend everything from light therapy lamps and foam rollers to smart jump ropes, houseplants, and more.
Theralite Aura Bright Light Therapy Lamp, Health & Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Light Therapy Lamp
“I love my light therapy lamp. When I’m tired or wake up in a bad mood, being by it first thing in the morning really helps!”
$39.99
Supplemental light therapy may boost your energy level and moods and even reduce symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). For keeping the winter blues at bay, ADDitude readers like the Theralite Aura Bright Light Therapy Lamp, which has a compact 11 x 8-inch screen and four brightness settings. It delivers 10,000 LUX of UV-free white light, so every day can be sunny.
Smart Jump Rope, Health & Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Smart Jump Rope
“Everyone should have a skipping rope.”
$14.98
Smart jump ropes are a more modern, tech-savvy version of the skipping ropes of your playground days. The Nonogo 2-in-1 Smart Jump Rope is made with PVC-coated steel rope and has silicon handles. You can adjust the rope’s length, or replace the rope’s handles with the included cordless ball accessory that lets you feel the sensation of rope skipping but without the risk of tripping or tangling. An HD LED display features a timer with a countdown mode and a tracker that records the number of jumps completed and calories burned. Plus, the jump rope is rechargeable.
TriggerPoint Foam Roller, Health and Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Foam Roller
“When I went to college, my sister gifted me a foam back roller. I still have it and use it regularly 12 years later.”
“I have sore muscles after sitting for too long at work. Being able to massage whatever knot my body has created on my own gives me a sense of independence that has been wonderful!”
$29.99
Tight muscles, knots, and kinks don’t stand a chance with the TriggerPoint Performance Grid Foam Roller. The EVA-foam-wrapped roller’s hollow core design makes it more firm than traditional foam rollers. Textured ridges and nodules on the 13-inch foam roller allow for fully customized pressure. Another bonus: You don’t have to schedule an appointment with a massage therapist to receive the benefits of a deep sports massage.
SodaStream, Sparkling Water Maker, Health and Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Sparkling Water Maker
“I just love carbonated water. My SodaStream stops the evening snacking and keeps me hydrated when I forget to drink water.”
$97.55
Let’s face it: Water is boring. However, dehydration can impair cognition and worsen ADHD symptoms. The SodaStream Terra Sparkling Water Maker provides a replenishing solution: make fresh, sparkling flavored water by simply pushing a button in your kitchen. Powered by a carbon dioxide cylinder, the SodaStream carbonates up to 60 liters of water and comes with a dishwasher-safe BPA-free bottle and bubbly flavor drops.
Dr. Teals Epsom Salt, Health and Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Epsom Salt
“Epsom salt is so relaxing.”
“For smaller presents, Epsom salts are nice.”
$5.87
A warm bath is the perfect antidote to a stressful or overwhelming day. To really relax and rejuvenate the body and mind, infuse your next bath with two cups of Dr. Teal’s Epsom Salt Soaking Solution in Soothe & Sleep with Lavender. The Soaking Solution combines pure Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate) and lavender oils. For the most benefit, soak for 20 minutes — or more, of course.
Costa Farms Live Plants, Health and Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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House Plants
“I love to have potted plants to fill my bedroom with soothing, air-purifying greens.”
“One Christmas, I received a flowerpot planted with a selection of Spring bulbs. I enjoyed watching them grow and bloom. It was the perfect present because I didn’t have to do anything.”
$26.56
Indoor plants make homes healthier by filtering out toxins and adding moisture to the air so you can breathe and sleep better. Don’t let your lack of green thumb discourage you from becoming a plant parent. Costa Farms’ three-pack of air purveying plants come in 4-inch décor pots with easy-to-follow care instructions. Just place the houseplants in a bright room and water once a week. The plants will do the rest.
Under Desk Portable Treadmill, Health and Wellness Gift Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Portable Treadmill
“A folding under-desk treadmill helps me so much when I work from home.”
“My best gift was a treadmill that slides under my bed. This helps me get my ‘wiggles’ out and exercise in the safety of my home in the morning.”
$119.99
Axefit’s Under Desk Treadmill with Manual Incline is the perfect solution for people who focus better with movement. Users can wheel the 37-pound treadmill under their desks so they can work — and work out. The treadmill can be stored under a bed or sofa when not in use. It features a 15° manual incline that simulates climbing, a maximum speed of 3.8mph, and an LED display that cycles through time, speed, distance, and calories during use. The treadmill also emits less than 45 decibels of sound, so users won’t have to worry about disturbing others.
Quiet Mind Weighted Pillow, Health & Wellness Guide for Adults with ADHD
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Weighted Pillow
“Anything weighted. It makes you feel instantly more relaxed.”
“I like weighted sensory items. They help me sleep and feel like a big hug when I’m stressed.”
$179
When emotional dysregulation and rejection sensitive dysphoria take hold, weighted sensory pillows can help you self-soothe and recalibrate. The Quiet Mind Weighted Pillow is a compact alternative to weighted blankets, which may distribute pressure unevenly or make you uncomfortable while you sleep. The pillow comes in three sizes and is made with high-density memory foam, recycled glass, and ultra-plush polyester fiber. Hold it, hug it, or rest it against you — the weighted pillow provides a calming, gentle embrace whenever (and wherever) you need it.
