What’s Hot: Fall needs (and wants)
It’s an eclectic batch this month as we gear up for gifting season, but there’s still plenty of time to gather for a hike, a road trip, or a Saturday afternoon in the stands.
Lentiful Instant Lentil Meals
($38 per pack of eight, eatlentiful.com, also available at The Fresh Market) – For travel, hiking, camping, emergency lunch to keep in your desk, or just a hearty snack, these instant cups are ideal. Available in a variety of flavors (Homestyle Chili, Low Sodium Tomato Bolognese, and Pineapple "Chorizo" are hits), these cups are high in protein and fiber, low in calories, and made with real, whole food, vegan ingredients. You only need to add hot water or add water and then cook in a microwave. A travel kettle or backpacking stove can help you take these on the road or the trail.
Free Fly's Gridback Fleece
(Prices vary by style, $168 for men’s jacket, freeflyapparel.com) for men and women works for those fall days that include all four seasons. The fitted style combines soft fleece comfort and weather-resistance in one piece. The grid of the fleece helps increase the warmth factor, while the exterior keeps it breathable. Available in a women’s jacket and in a jacket or pullover for men. Free Fly also offers hoodies and more for youth and adults.
Dr. Motion Everyday Knee-High Compression Socks
($10, drmotionsocks.com) If you need compression socks for pregnancy, travel or a long day on your feet – but you don’t want to look like you are wearing compression socks – these are for you. Available in fun prints and textures, these socks have graduated support and are designed not to bind. They are also available in a variety of lengths, including ankle and mid-crew.
Beech-Nut Brownies with Hidden Veggies
($3.99 per carton of five individually wrapped brownies, at Target stores, beechnut.com/where-to-buy, ages 2 and older) – These snacks make a parent hack mainstream by adding 30 percent fruits and veggies to grab-and-go brownie bars. The brownies are available in two flavors: Paw-sitively Cocoa and Hootin’ Peanut Butter. Also look for Mini Waffles with Hidden Veggies with Pumpkin, Apple, and Cinnamon.
My Magic Carpet Cove Green Washable Rug
($112 for 5x7, buymymagiccarpet.com) For kids and pets, washable everything is the way to go. These one-piece washable rugs go straight into the washing machine. They are non-allergenic, stain-resistant polyester, including a waterproof inner liner and a nonslip back. And the colors are pretty great too.
The Comfy Dream
($39, thecomfy.com) As seen on Shark Tank, these wearable blankets go from the football game to the couch and are ideal for the cold days to come. Licensed college versions ($49.99) will take you straight through bowl season.
This article originally appeared on Greenville News: What’s Hot: Fall needs (and wants)
