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22 Gifts for Enhanced Vitality

Written by Brad Kallet | Nov 5, 2024 7:40:32 PM

The holiday season is fast approaching, and while finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones can be stressful, it doesn’t have to be. What if gifting could be simple and, dare we say it, even joyful?

Don’t worry, we’ve done the work for you. Handpicked by our team, the 2024 IIN Gift Guide is packed with meaningful gifts that truly feel good. And because we know that the greatest gift is our health, we’ve partnered with innovative alumni and leading health-forward brands to find gifts that will help everyone on your list (including yourself!) live longer, fuller, and healthier lives.  

Below are 22 thoughtfully chosen, IIN-approved gifts that bring vitality, energy, and vibrancy to you and your loved ones. From cutting-edge apps to nourishing books to products that will make you glow (literally), these gifts are guaranteed to make life brighter. 

RawQ Long-Lasting Energy Bars 

Tired of energy crashes and midday slumps? Say goodbye to blood sugar spikes with long-lasting energy bars designed to improve focus, mood, and endurance. Not only are RawQ Energy Bars super tasty, but they’re also gluten-free and full of superfoods and nutrients. We worked with IIN graduate Arina Kuzmina to give you a steep discount, so you and your loved ones can enjoy enhanced energy this holiday season. Use code SMASH10 to save 10% on your first order.   

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Cycle Syncing Membership from FLO Living

The Cycle SyncingⓇ Method - created by IIN grad and women's hormone expert Alisa Vitti, author of two game-changing books, WomanCode and In the FLO - is the best way to start your new year biohacking like a woman. Vitti's MyFLO Cycle SyncingⓇ app helps women optimize their health by syncing fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle with the phases of their menstrual cycle.  The app personalizes recipes, workout videos (from OBE fitness) and has a productivity planner to make your journey with Cycle SyncingⓇ seamless. This app is the perfect aid for anyone who could use some more hormonal FLO(w) in their life. And we've teamed up with Alisa to give you one month free when you use code IINFREE!

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Jones Road Miracle Balm 

Jones Road Miracle Balm is a multitasking beauty product designed to enhance your natural glow with nourishing, skin-loving ingredients – the perfect gift this season for anyone looking for some extra glow. Designed by makeup mogul and IIN graduate Bobbi Brown, this balm brings out our skin's natural beauty, making it a thoughtful addition to a wellness and self-care routine.

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The Balanced Beyars Power of Periodization Course 

If you want to learn more about improving your period, then there's no better gift than "The Power of Periodization," a wellness program designed by the Beyar sisters to help women understand the menstrual cycle and how to identify and improve ovulation and reduce PMS. This program will empower anyone looking to boost energy, enhance performance, and avoid burnout this season.  

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The Coconut Butter

Made using an ancient method known as stone-grinding, CAP Beauty's Coconut Butter is completely raw and never heated. This old-world approach of grinding preserves both the coconut’s nutrients and flavor, resulting in a smooth texture like no other. The white magic inside contains the fat and fiber of Mother Earth's miraculous coconut. Each batch takes about 24-48 hours to make, but it’s well worth the wait. Containing only 1 ingredient, 100% certified organic coconut, this butter is packed full of skin-healing properties. And if you use code COCONUT25, you can take 25% off your purchase.

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The Blue Zones Cooking Course

Give the gift of longevity and nutritional knowledge with Dan Buettner’s Blue Zones cooking course! This groundbreaking course combines Dan's signature blend of exploration and storytelling with the innovation of Rouxbe’s online culinary school experience. Get ready to change your diet —and your life — the Blue Zones way. Enroll now with code IINHOLIDAY and you'll get 40% off your purchase!

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The Spice Spice Baby Cookbook 

Add a flavorful twist to someone’s wellness journey with Spice Spice Baby. Created by molecular biologist, wellness expert, and IIN graduate Kanchan Koya, this cookbook explores the healing power of spices in delicious, family-friendly recipes. Each spice is thoughtfully paired with easy-to-make dishes that showcase its health benefits, making this book perfect for anyone looking to incorporate vibrant, functional flavors into their daily meals.  

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Is This Normal? by Dr. Jolene Brighton 

IIN graduate Dr. Jolene Brighton’s Is This Normal? is an essential read for anyone curious about hormonal health and women’s wellness. Known for her expertise in women's health, Dr. Brighton dives into the questions that many are too afraid to ask, offering clear and empowering insights on everything from hormonal balance to sexual health.  

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The HigherDOSE Red Light Face Mask 

For the skincare enthusiast in your life, IIN grad Lauren Berlingeri’s HigherDOSE Red Light Face Mask is a luxurious combination of advanced technology and scientifically backed wellness benefits. Using therapeutic red and near-infrared light, this mask helps to boost collagen, reduce inflammation, and promote an even skin tone. It’s a great option for anyone looking to enhance their skincare routine with non-invasive, spa-quality treatments! The Red Light Face Mask has been FDA cleared, and it was named the best in its category at the ELLE Tools and Treatment Awards! In partnership with HigherDOSE, we're offering an exclusive discount: 20% off with code IIN20!


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Blood Sugar Friendly Meal Collection from Daily Harvest and Risely Health

IIN graduate Lauren Bongiorno, the founder of Risely Health, has worked with Daily Harvest to create a meal plan suited for those struggling with type 1 diabetes. Curated with ingredients that support a steady energy release, this collection features delicious, nutrient-dense smoothies, bowls, and flatbreads. Each meal is plant-based, organic, and free from added sugars, making it a convenient and health-conscious option for even the busiest schedules. Use code RISELY and save 15% on your first order.  

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KORA Organics 

Founded by supermodel and IIN graduate Miranda Kerr, KORA Organics is a luxurious skincare line that emphasizes the power of certified, organic ingredients. Each product is formulated with high-performance botanicals such as noni extract, rosehip oil, and aloe vera to nourish and revitalize all types of skin. Give the gift of holistic skincare this season. 

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Sakara Life’s Signature Nutrition Program 

We've partnered with Sakara Life to bring you their holistic whole food-based nutrition. The Signature Nutrition Program activates whole-body health featuring the highest-quality, delicious, plant-rich meals designed to make you look and feel great. Each meal is crafted with organic, nutrient-dense ingredients that promote gut health, energy, and vitality — tailored exactly to your needs. Sakara is an incredible gift for those looking to reset their eating habits or maintain a clean, balanced diet; this program provides a hassle-free way to enjoy chef-prepared, nutritionally optimized meals. Use IIN's exclusive code IINHOLIDAY to take 25% off your first order.

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How to Menopause by Tamsen Fadal 

IIN graduate and Emmy Award-winning journalist Tamsen Fadal’s How to Menopause is packed with actionable steps and evidence-based tools from a team of 42 experts including neuroscientists, menopause-certified physicians, sex and relationship therapists, sleep doctors, and a variety of lifestyle mentors. You'll learn how to be your best advocate in a medical system not designed to treat women in midlife. You'll also understand the options that tame your symptoms (whether it’s hormone therapy, supplements, or lifestyle changes), and get science-backed strategies to get the best sleep of your life.

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Ally Love x Contigo® Water Bottle 

Form meets function with this sleek, ergonomically designed water bottle from IIN graduate Ally Love. With a spill-proof AUTOSPOUT®, this stainless-steel water bottle is the perfect way to stay hydrated, whether you’re at the gym, at work, or just on the go. Grab this offer for the active wellness enthusiast in your life (even if that person is you!). 

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Healing the Modern Brain by Drew Ramsey, MD

In this essential guide, board-certified psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and author Drew Ramsey, MD explores the nine tenets that are vital to cultivating mental fitness. The IIN faculty member also provides direct, actionable techniques to improve brain function and emotional health. Healing the Modern Brain offers a new approach to revitalizing and protecting mental health.

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Juice Press Gift Card

A Juice Press gift card is the perfect way to share nourishing cold-pressed juices, healthy meals, and revitalizing detox plans with loved ones. Give them the freedom to prioritize their health and enjoy delicious, clean options that fuel the body and mind for a vibrant new year. And with code GIFTWELLNESS25, you can purchase a $125 gift card for $100!

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Glowing Greens Powder

Containing seven carefully chosen ingredients in beneficial amounts, Kimberly Snyder's Glowing Greens Powder is designed to deeply nourish your vitality, beauty, and health! Each ingredient is chosen for its unique vitality-enhancing, nourishing, and beauty-building benefits. They’re included in precisely the right amounts, and designed to work synergistically, to create the perfect blend of nutrients to fuel support and revitalize every cell in your body! And if you use code IIN20, you can save 20%!

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Sip Support by My Girl Wellness

Never regret a girls night out, date night in, or any big celebration with Sip Support, your (post) drinking aid. Sip Support is an essential vitamin and mineral blend that eases post-drinking side effects, detoxifies the liver of alcohol, and calms day-after-drinking anxiety so you can wake up feeling as good as new. And we've partnered with Tayla Burke, 2019 IIN graduate and the founder of My Girl Wellness, for an exclusive offer: You can take 20% off your purchase with code IINLOVE20.


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BrainMD Menopause Essentials+ by Dr. Amen 


Say goodbye to hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and fatigue, and hello to glowing skin, boosted energy, and a renewed sense of vitality. Save 20% with code IINGIFT20.

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BrainMD ProBrainBiotics Max by Dr. Amen 

Seven clinically studied probiotic strains – providing 30 billion CFU per capsule – come together in ProBrainBiotics MAX, making it the best probiotic supplement available. Save 20% with code IINGIFT20 

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WELL BEING by Valentina Gaylord 


In WELL BEING: A Story of Healing from Autoimmune Disease and a Guide to Charting Your Own Path to Wellness, fitness celebrity and IIN graduate Valentina Gaylord shares her story of overcoming autoimmune disease—and helps you chart your own path to wellness in body, mind, and soul. This book is for anyone with a desire to find their way to true well-being—not just renewed vitality, but a new sense of fulfillment and purpose that will transform your life. 

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WellzyPerks Annual Membership 


Receive exclusive discounts from 450+ leading wellness brands like Bulletproof Coffee, Headspace, and Vital Choice Seafood with WellzyPerks. Save on everything you need to live a healthier, happier lifestyle – including popular meditation apps, healthy food, fitness gear, eco-friendly home goods, travel accommodations, and more. WellzyPerks Members save an average of over $3000 per year. Sign up for an annual membership today and enjoy $200 of free stuff immediately after your trial! Special IIN offer: sign up for a 7-day free trial and get $100 off a WellzyPerks Annual Membership (membership for $49, reg. $149) 

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