Cheap Gifts - Healthy Food under $10
Cheap gifts with quality can be symbols of your love. You can make a big splash with these low-cost gifts. Put a lot of love and creativity in the presentation. Packaging is key. Use nice bows and wrap.
Help the environment by reusing newspapers or paper bags as gift-wrap. Alternatively, stores like Walmart have a great selection of recycled gift bags in nontraditional greens, reds, and browns. If bags are used, don’t forget the tissue paper (any color)!
Here is a list of items to consider that are priced under $10 in local stores like Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods (or other natural foods stores), Marshall's, WalMart, and Target.
Healthy Food Gifts under $10
- Non-alcoholic sparkling anything - Should be fruit juice sweetened.
- Extra virgin olive oil in a unique bottle Hint: Start at Sam's Club.
- Roasted sesame oil - Hint: Start at Trader Joe's.
- Vegan dark chocolate (no additives) - Less fat than milk chocolate.
- Assortment box of herbal or green teas - Encourage less sodas.
- Carob or yogurt-covered almonds - Protein snack.
- Cashew or almond butter - More digestible than peanuts.
- Small basket of energy bars - Read labels for low-sugar versions.
- Jar of sundried-tomatoes in olive oil - Pops pasta or salad—any recipe!
- Jar of mango salsa - Refreshing change of taste.
- Jar of roasted barley (a coffee alternative) - Introduce the idea of reducing coffee intake.
- Homemade ginger cookies [healthy recipe].
Cheap Gifts
Tools for the Healthy Kitchen under $10
The right tools make all the difference
- Stainless steel steamer - Microwave alternative for heating up leftovers.
- Garlic press - Encourage using less salt.
- Carrot peeler - Great tool for potatoes also.
- Aromatic candle made from soy - Nontoxic.
- Parchment paper - A real baker will love you!
- Apple slicer - Makes fruit fancier.
- Mini thermos - Brown bag necessity.
- Chopsticks - Promotes slow eating.
- Grocery notepad - Encourage planning.
- Recipe cards - If recipe is a hit, document.
- Brightly colored apron - Brings energy!
- Brightly colored trivet or pot holder - Brings energy!
Gift tokens are great! It is the thought that counts. However, the ultimate gift you can give is a healthy you! What you bring to the world and to those who love and depend upon you is irreplaceable. This health gift is the gift that keeps on giving!
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