2023 Father’s Day Gift Guide to Health and Happiness

Social Starts
4 min readMay 10, 2023
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash

Want to give Dad the gift of joy? Surprise him with a unique and innovative offering from one of the remarkable companies in our portfolio.

FITNESS

Epicore Biosystems’ Gx Sweat Patch is a skin-like patch that captures and measures sweat hydration markers in real-time. Their easy-to-use app provides personalized recommendations to optimally hydrate and refuel after exercise.

Cure’s hydration mix offers optimal hydration that conforms to the world health organization’s highest standards. With four times the electrolytes of sports drinks, a plethora of delicious flavors, and none of the negative side effects of caffeine, Cure will have Dad operating at optimal energy.

Skill Yoga will turn Dad’s smartphone into a digital yoga instructor that corrects poses while tracking mental and physical development. Their library includes hundreds of workouts on functional strength, mobility, flexibility, and mindfulness.

Infraway is a smart heat wrap specifically for low-back pain by triggering your body’s natural pain relief signal in the brain. Using his phone, Dad can control every function to receive instant, effective, on-demand heating, anytime, anywhere.

WholyMe helps Dad recover after a workout. Their purely organic remedies are a delightful, highly effective treatment for muscle and joint pain.

FOOD

Proper Good makes shelf-stable 90-second meals with options for Keto, Plant-Based, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free needs, with clean and functional ingredients and zero added sugar. Perfect for the Dad-On-The-Go.

Planted takes raw plant materials and creates tasty, nutritious, high-protein “meat” that looks, tastes, and feels just like chicken. All their products are gluten and soy-free, made with no animals, no antibiotics, and no GMO. (Available for delivery only in Europe)

Gwella makes therapeutic gummies derived from 100% legal mushrooms that assist with focus, energy, and clarity. Encourage Dad’s productivity and creativity with these tasty, scientifically-backed treats.

Ombre creates completely personalized probiotic supplements. Give Dad the gift of a healthy gut, including a full microbiome report, prebiotic fiber powder, and a targeted probiotic subscription.

DRINK

Weller makes sparkling water and immunity beverages with simple, high-quality ingredients. Help Dad relax and get creative with their water-soluble powder that can “turn any drink into a day-changer.”

Copper Cow Coffee offers a unique selection of sustainably sourced Vietnamese coffee pour-over kits. These kits provide the perfect start to Dad’s day no matter where he is — at his kitchen table, office desk, or a campfire in the middle of the woods.

Wild Wonder makes delicious drinks inspired by ancient herbal wisdom. The live probiotics, prebiotic plant fiber, superherbs, and real fruit will give your Super Dad even more “gut-healing and immune-boosting superpowers.”

HOME

Made In makes incredibly popular and affordable professional-quality kitchenware for at-home chefs. Championed by celebrities like Stephanie Izard and Tom Colicchio, all their products come with a lifetime warranty.

Outer’s high-tech high-value outdoor furniture is the perfect addition to Dad’s backyard, porch, or patio, in any environment, rain or shine. Their products are both long-lasting and recyclable.

Wynd’s portable air purifier removes dust, allergens, smoke, and pollution, so Dad can breathe clean air wherever he goes. Bonus: it also records air quality data, so he can always be aware of the air health in his area.

FASHION

Naadam makes gorgeous, affordable cashmere clothing, from classic-cut sweaters to luxurious loungewear. Naadam sources its wool straight from the nomadic herders of Mongolia, and all its products are created using clean energy and zero toxic chemicals.

Wolf and Shepherd’s men’s dress shoes are scientifically structured to be as comfortable as high-performance sneakers. Dreamed up by Adidas’s former chief designer, their products maintain the style and elegance of classic Italian footwear while providing all-day comfort and support. W&S’s founder even ran with the bulls in Pamplona — in dress shoes — to prove it!

BODYCARE

Mantl’s naturally-derived, thoughtfully formulated face and scalp products are empowering bald and balding men to live their best lives. From SPF, to cleanser, to no-shine sheets, all Mantl’s products are specially tailored to men experiencing hair loss. Their special offer starter kit makes a great gift to cleanse, moisturize, and protect in one easy routine.

Phyla’s technology can selectively alter the microbiome, resulting in incredibly effective acne care. All of their products are scientifically formulated, clinically backed, and certified cruelty and paraben-free.

UnaliWears Kanega Watch is a discreet, personalized, and stylish way to provide support for seniors. With AI-driven falls assistance, medication reminders, and guide-me-home assistance, the Kanega empowers aging adults to stay safe, independent, and active.

Revea is skincare made easy with ultra-personalized, biology-based diagnostics. Once his unique essential formula is created, Dad can rescan his face every few months to track his skin’s progress and adjust as needed.

Yours’ self-care quiz quickly analyzes Dad’s skin, lifestyle, and environment to decode his exact needs, then designs a personalized skincare routine. All their products are totally natural and sustainably sourced.

PARENTING

TenLittle makes healthy essentials for children at every stage of their growth. With a personalized fitting program, pediatrician-approved design, and sustainable manufacturing, their functional-yet-fashionable products are made with both kids and parents in mind.

Monti Kids subscription boxes deliver the right learning materials for each child’s age. Every three months, the box arrives with updated Montessori curriculum-based toys, video-based guidance for parents, and personalized support.

Bark Technologies helps families manage and protect their children’s digital lives by monitoring popular apps and social media platforms for signs of issues like cyberbullying, suicidal ideation, online predators, threats of violence, and more.

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