Plant Brooklyn Organic Body Wash
BUY NOW Your dad will get a leg up on his day just simply sudsing up with this rosemary essential oil-infused organic body wash. Healthy adults who sniffed rosemary essential oil were more alert—and content—than those who hadn’t, according to research in the International Journal of Neuroscience.
Lodge Cast Iron Grill Pan
BUY NOW If Dad is the ultimate grilled cheese master, this is the perfect gift. Not only is this 100 percent cast iron pan affordable, but it’s also free of perfluorinated chemicals, nonstick coating standbys linked to underperformance of the thyroid, which regulates metabolism and mood. Think of it this way: Dang good grilled cheese—with a better quality of life on the side.
CoffeeSock Cold Brew Kit
BUY NOW Can Dad outwit the genetic lottery? Maybe not, but research suggests he may be able to outdrink it, with coffee, anyway. Sipping java will help him up his odds of beating everything from liver disease (if he downs more than two cups a day) to basal cell carcinoma (more than three cups a day) and gout (six cups daily). And this cold brew kit will make hitting the daily mark an easier and tastier experience. Dad will love these coffee health benefits:
Opinel Carbon Pocket Knife And Leather Sheath
BUY NOW Encourage the outdoorsman in your life to spend more time getting fresh air with this pocket-sized folding knife, made of lightweight carbon. Research in the British Journal of Sports Medicine linked time spent outside with lower levels of frustration, and a more meditative frame of mind.
Epic All Natural Meat Bar 100% Natural Beef, Apple & Bacon
BUY NOW A study in Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism demonstrated that consuming 6 ounces of beef protein a day can stimulate the creation of new muscle in older men. Give Dad a head start with this organic, low-sugar bar made with grass-fed beef, apple, and bacon.
Manduka BeLong Foam Body Roller
BUY NOW Chances are, your dad isn’t the bendiest guy on the block. But a study in the Journal of Sport Rehabilitation found that improving range of motion, particularly in the tricky hip area, is easiest when you add a little foam rolling action to a run-of-the-mill static stretching routine. (Here are 5 essential foam-rolling moves to get him started.)
AHAVA Deadsea Salt Softening Butter Salt Scrub
BUY NOW Help Dad heal his cracked, calloused feet with this gritty blend of sugar granules and dead sea salt. Plus, it delivers a dose of skin-softening jojoba oil and healing virgin coconut oil.
Nike Legend Short Sleeve Tee
BUY NOW Every man needs a high-performance, multipurpose top. This sweat-wicking short sleeve tee will lift sweat from Dad’s skin, keeping him comfortable, dry—and most importantly, safe—during workouts. When sweat doesn’t evaporate, it prevents the body from cooling down which can lead to early onset fatigue, poor form, and subsequent injuries.
Fifty Places To Bike Before You Die
BUY NOW The secret to successful aging? Having personal goals (as long as you’re flexible about them), according to psychology researchers at the University of Bordeaux in France. This adventurous biking bucket list is one way to set worthy ones, with a mix of national and international locations that will bring out his inner explorer.
Armpocket Aero i-10 Armband
BUY NOW This recycled plastic and natural bamboo rayon armband will let your dad keep everything from his keys to his phone close by during his next workout. It’s his playlist, however, that makes the gadget most worthwhile: Studies have shown that music makes you work out harder, longer, and ultimately see better results, while making the activity itself seem easier.
Joseph Joseph Dot Hydration-Tracking Water Bottle
BUY NOW Help your dad stay on track with his hydration goals with this unique gadget that tracks how much H2O he’s consumed right on the bottle. Every time he fills up the bottle a new dot appears on the lid—no app or other gadgets required!
