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The ho-ho-holiday is upon us, which means the gift-giving season is in full swing! While some people are easy to get gifts for, others can be challenging. Some people have a complete list ready for you; others have everything they want and need. With most people having digestive issues (bloating, irregular bowel movements, or abdominal pain), getting gifts to support gut health is great for everyone! Enjoy our list of the best holiday gifts for digestive health.Best Holiday Gifts for Digestive Health

Atrantil

Atrantil will always be our #1 gift suggestion for people who suffer from gut or digestive issues. It was found to be a natural way to remove bacteria from the small intestine while supporting a healthy balance in the microbiome.

The polyphenols, prebiotics, and postbiotics in Atrantil help support digestive health while providing extraintestinal benefits to the rest of the body. If someone you know has digestive issues, this could be the best gift you can give them to improve their health. 

With the 6-30 plan, you can save while getting more! Check out the details for the 6-30 plan here.

Heating pad for pain

Pain is one of the most common symptoms across the board regarding stomach issues. Whether your loved one has IBS, SIBO, IBD, or any other digestive problems, pain is often a symptom they deal with on a fairly regular basis.

While they work on getting to the root cause and treating the pain, it is still an issue. So, while they’re fixing the issue, a heating pad is a great thing to have on hand. While many people think of the typical drug store heating pad, there are now options that will be comforting and cute! Search for ‘cute heating pads’ on your search bar, and you’ll see many great choices!

Studies show that heat can turn off the pain receptors in the area where it is being applied while bringing blood flow to the area. This helps remove damaged cells and improve the cause of the pain. Studies show that using a heating pad can relieve pain for up to an hour. 

Cook Books (Mediterranean, low fodmap, gluten-free, etc.)

Finding foods to eat while dealing with digestive issues is one of the main setbacks when eradicating symptoms. Depending on your loved one’s diagnosis, you can find many cookbooks on that specific topic that are tailored to avoid flare-ups. 

Books for low FODMAP cooking, gluten-free recipes, or diagnosis-specific cooking guides exist. If your loved one doesn’t know their diagnosis quite yet (that could be an unfortunately long process to figure out), then going with a Mediterranean cookbook could be your best bet. The Mediterranean diet is the golden one we should all eat since it contains polyphenols and healthy fats. 

Pick out a book or give them a gift card and tell them what you had in mind. 

Glass or stainless steel water bottles

Many people use plastic water bottles to stay hydrated throughout the day. Staying hydrated is extremely important for digestive health, especially for people with constipation. 

An issue with plastic water bottles is the consumption of microplastics. We are exposed to microplastics every time we use something plastic, and they can be consumed through food and beverages that come in plastic containers. Microplastics have been linked to inflammation throughout the body and dysbiosis of the gut. 

Switching to glass or stainless steel for our drinks is a great way to avoid being exposed to microplastics. So get your loved one a nice, new water bottle made from either of these materials so that they stay safe and don’t deal with unnecessary, added inflammation.

Essential oils

Studies have shown that essential oils are a great way to support digestive health. They’ve been studied to help things like IBS, IBD, gut balance regulation, gastric protection, and digestion. 

Some essential oils for gut health include:

  • Peppermint
  • Anise
  • Thyme
  • Coriander
  • Ginger
  • Chamomile
  • Lavender
  • Cypress
  • Clove
  • Cinnamon
  • Myrtle
  • Basil
  • Fennel

You can mix a few of them with a carrier oil to use topically on the stomach or feet, or you can use them aromatically with a diffuser. 

Getting these oils and a diffuser would be a great gift to help with digestion and calm any stress that they may be dealing with. There are some really pretty diffusers in the house, or jewelry diffusers can be a nice way to help someone feel a little more dressed up while using their new oils.

Herbal teas 

Like essential oils, herbal teas are a beautifully gentle way to support digestive health. They provide the nutrients, polyphenols, and antioxidants that support the body cellularly in every process. 

Teas like peppermint, anise, chamomile, lavender, licorice, ginger, and fennel are wonderful for calming the mind and gut. 

Getting loose-leaf tea from local suppliers is the safest and healthiest option for gifting tea. Tea from other places can be exposed to heavy metals and unwanted pesticides. In addition, tea bags have been shown to release microplastics. So, using loose-leaf tea in a cute infuser (you can find SO many on Amazon) will be the safest (and most fun) option to gift your loved one.

Kitchen Herbal Garden Kit

Many people find gardening relaxing and beneficial for their health. However, it is harder to sustain a garden in winter, and it can be a little more expensive. 

Giving someone the gift of a kitchen herbal garden might give them precisely what they need to avoid seasonal depression. It also gives them fresh herbs to use in their cooking, which has fantastic benefits for the body, especially for gut health.

Check your local gardening center to see if they offer special kits for this holiday season.

Healthy and safe cookware

Now, we’ve already touched on microplastics, so obviously, not all cookware is safe. You’ve likely heard about how non-stick pans are not exactly safe either and how they can leach chemicals into your food, disrupting your gut and immune health. 

Some of the safest cookware options are:

  • Glass
  • Stainless steel
  • Cast iron
  • Ceramic

These swaps can sometimes be too expensive for someone to buy for themselves, but they benefit their health. Plus, many of these options last a lifetime and do not need to be replaced every few years. 

Give the gift of health this year by using any of these ideas on our list! What one are you excited to give a loved one? Let us know in the comment section below!

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