While very few of us “need” any special gifts, it’s still nice to celebrate your loved ones or close family friends, especially if they have a “fatherly” relationship with you. And given that Father’s Day is just around the corner (Sunday, June 18th), we thought we’d do our part to suggest some gift items that won’t break the bank but may just bring about some health benefits or happy smiles to your chosen recipient!

So for your Dad, Father, Pop Pop, or Grandpa, consider the following:

Gifts For Staying Active:

We know how critical physical activity is for healthy aging. So why not give him something to support an active lifestyle, such as:

• • A Fitness Journal to track his progress

• • Resistance Bands or a kettlebell to strengthen those muscles

• • Walking poles or comfortable walking shoes to send him on his way

Food Fixes: Does your guy hunger for some interesting food options? How about:

• • An outdoor Pizza Oven (this seems to be on everyone’s list this year and will possibly move your Dad away from red meat and toward more healthy options including veggie pizza??)

• • Sichuan Chili Crisp– everyone’s adding this spice to their latest culinary creations

• • A French Press or Cold Brew maker to up his coffee game

Sun Safety: Keep your guy from excessive sun exposure with: 

• • Broad Spectrum SPF 70 for those outdoor sports days

• • A wide-brimmed cooling hat with sunblock protection

• • UV sun protection arm sleeves for those days of endless gardening

Rest and Relaxation: For those moments when he wants comfort, pain relief, relaxation or just laying low:

• • CBD products from Bright Energy Wellness, the company founded by agebuzz blogger Bonnie Hagen 

• • A white noise sound machine to help him get those extra zzzs

• • A heated massage cushion for his aching back

Pickleball! Some new accessories for his latest sports addiction:

• • Protective sport sunglasses to give him a court advantage

• • Pickleball paddle set with an extra racket so he can invite you along

• • A pickleball baseball hat that reflects his pickleball devotion

Boost His Brain: Ideas to help him strengthen his brain health:

• • MasterClass: Buy him some expert instruction from worldwide thought leaders

• • Crossword Puzzles: As an agebuzz reader, you know the brain health value of a good puzzle 

• • Save Your Brain: The brand new buzzy book by Dr. Ginni Mansberg with the most current scientific evidence of how to protect your brain

And one more suggestion, without cost to you or him! Sign him up for an agebuzz subscription, where he can get all the latest news, info, and expert advice on how to lead a healthy and positive life going forward!