Do you have a friend, family member, hostess or favorite person that you want to treat this holiday season? Finding a gift that is personal, thoughtful and healthy may seem to present some challenges, but that is where your friendly Hy-Vee dietitians can help. We’ve put together some ideas of how you can give “Gifts of Health” to assist you in treating those you care about with a gift of health and happiness.
When giving a gift this year, try the dietitian pick of the month for December, LaCroix sparkling water LaCroix sparkling water can easily be a part of any beverage-themed gift basket or a great addition to any hostess gift. LaCroix is a healthier option to include in holiday cocktails and mocktails this season because it is a zero-calorie beverage, with no added sugar or artificial ingredients. This holiday season, try these great “Gifts of Health” ideas from your Hy-Vee dietitian.
Gifts of Health
Fresh, homemade spiced pecans, chai tea and cinnamon sticks wrapped up in a festive mug topped off with a store tour with your favorite Hy-Vee dietitian. Put a health spin on a classic holiday gift with the addition of a store tour with one of our Hy-Vee dietitians. Our dietitians can provide store tours on a variety of health topics including healthy eating, diabetes, heart health or food allergies.
LaCroix gift basket featuring Holiday Faux Martini. Include in the gift basket two cans of peach-pear LaCroix sparkling water, a small bottle of orange juice, agave nectar, fresh rosemary spring and a set of martini glasses. For added holiday cheer, include mini bottles of tequila.
Safe and healthy travels with LaCroix Rudolph Mocktail and Iced Gingersnap Trail Mix. A little travel is often required during the holiday season to visit family and friends. Send safe travel wishes with a gift basket that promotes hydration and happy snacking while on the road.
LaCroix Mimosa Mocktail with clementines. The gift of health continues with added vitamin C from clementines to add garnish to LaCroix’s Mimosa Mocktail. Include in a gift basket 4 to 6 clementines, 1 grapefruit and 2 to 4 cans of grapefruit LaCroix Sparkling water. You can even include the champagne glasses to top off the perfect gift for any host.
Pair a “nutrition check-up” with a Hy-Vee dietitian. The gift of a “nutrition check-up” will show someone special that you care about his or her health. Meeting with a Hy-Vee dietitian can aid in improving or maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult medical professional for individual advice.
