Sarah’s Favorite Things 2026

The 10th annual edition of Sarah’s Favorite Things. New wellness ideas from 2026 for healthy living, a greener home, and gifts for friends and family.

My 10th annual list of “Sarah’s Favorite Things” is here with eighteen new faves for you!

An official tradition of the Healthy Home Economist, this list is a reader favorite that I gradually put together all year as I come across new and inventive products that are excellent quality, affordable, planet-friendly, and wellness-enhancing.

I hope you enjoy browsing the 2026 edition and get some good ideas for your family’s wellness journey and the upcoming gift-giving season.

Need even more ideas?

Check out my “Favorite Things” lists from the previous nine years for hundreds more healthy product suggestions!

Turmeric Supreme

You’ve probably noticed that there are dozens of turmeric supplements on the market. My personal experience is that the Gaia Turmeric Supreme provided the best results for recovering from injuries. I had an activity-related tendon injury earlier this year, and it was really noticeable how quickly it healed (of course, Epsom salt soaks and my no-LED red light therapy device provided important therapeutics as well).

Anti-Mold Humidifier

Humifiers are important in dry climates during the winter to prevent sinus-related irritation. This anti-mold humidifier with a anti-microbial UV light is the best I’ve seen for helping to keep indoor air moist without blowing mold spores all over the place. It also can be used with essential oils for therapeutic aroma diffusion.

Handheld Showerhead Filter

Filtering of shower water is very important to protect the health of the skin and scalp microbiome. If you prefer handheld models, this handheld showerhead filter is the best I’ve come across.

Calm Tummy Bitters

I’ve used slippery elm tincture for decades to stop tummy discomfort very quickly. However, I think these calm tummy bitters work even better! They not only work for upset stomach, but also nausea and gas.

Silica + Boron Drops

I’ve written quite a lot in years past about why boron and liquid silica supplementation are important. This new product from Smidge blends ionic silica and boron together for more convenient use. I add mine to lattes, herbal teas, and other beverages to detox aluminum from the brain and keep hormones balanced without drugs or dangerous “natural” bioidenticals.

Healthy Makeup Gift Collection

Using nontoxic makeup is very important to hormone health. Studies have shown that women that use conventional makeup brands have more fertility issues and start menopause years earlier. My favorite nontoxic brand is now available in a convenient gift essentials beautypack to gently nudge those you care about to make a safe choice when it comes to makeup.

Sourdough and Sprouted Tortillas – Taco Size!

My favorite family bakery that I’ve patronized for many years now has taco-sized tortillas in both sourdough and sprouted organic grains. I recommend giving them a try if you enjoy Taco Tuesdays like our family often does…especially if you are buying the toxic mini tortillas at the supermarket that have eye-poppingly bad ingredients.

Oyster Powder

I call oysters the “liver of the seas” due to its incredible nutrient density. I prefer to have oysters on the menu at least once a week at our home (be vigilant about sourcing, as much of industry sources oysters from toxic Chinese waters). When clean, nutrient dense oyster dishes are missing from my weekly menu for whatever reason, I make sure we are taking the whole food form of oyster powder instead.

Nourishing Pot

I’ve used the Vitaclay slow cooker for many years to make one-pot dishes, raw yogurt, soy-free natto, and soaked oatmeal. My friend Michelle’s latest creation, The Nourishing Pot, takes healthy slow cooking to a whole new level. My favorite feature is the ability to adjust the temperature to exactly what works best in your home kitchen for each and every dish. For example, I like to ferment my raw yogurt at 104F for 24 hours, and with the Nourishing Pot, I can do this. In other words, there is no default time or temperature for any of the controls. You are in the driver’s seat every time you use it. Icing on the cake is how beautiful it looks on your counter.

Purple Stripe Garlic Powder

If you are like me, you use garlic powder in a lot of dishes. The best tasting brand I’ve ever tried is this single source purple stripe garlic that puts all the organic brands I’ve tried to shame in flavor and potency. Garlic is a low to no spray crop, so I am not concerned that this is not a certified organic product.

La Truie Skin Cream

In cold weather, both tallow and lard make fantastic skin creams for protection and moisturization. My personal preference are lard creams such as La Truie (my favorite) as the winner over greasier tallow for silkier application and more rapid absorption. I even use it on my face!

Fake Dragonflies

If you have issues with deer flies where you live, I highly recommend these fake dragonflies in a clip-on wire that keep them away from outside areas like porches and patios. I used them for the first time last spring and was amazed at how effective they were! Note: these do not work for mosquitoes. I have suggested and still use the Dynatrap as the best device for mosquitoes.

EcoWasher

If you are looking for the best add-on laundry device, I would suggest looking into the Ecowasher, which cleans and sanitizes every load with ozone. The company is still small and privately held after all these years. The ozone added to the laundry water is so cleansing and disinfecting that you can stop using laundry detergent for most normal household loads!

Coconut Fiber Rolls

This year, I started using coconut fiber mats in my chicken coop for my hens to lay their eggs. They seem to like it better than anything else I’ve used in the past. The most affordable way to buy them is in large coconut coir rolls that you cut to the size you want. Two rolls last me about 3 months (I put a fresh mat into the coop every day or two when I let the chickens out in the morning).

Molly’s Suds Dishwasher Powder

While I prefer to make my own dishwasher powder, if you prefer to buy it, I suggest Molly’s Suds unscented dishwasher powder. I do not recommend dishwasher pods as they are a source of microplastics on your dishes!).

Sustainable Pet Products

If you’re ready to make changes to reduce plastic in your pet’s life, I recommend this line of plastic-free, sustainably produced pet products. Our furry friends are sensitive to microplastics too, not to mention when they chew plastic toys, the microplastics get into indoor air.

Pet Pill Popper

We have an elderly cat that started needing holistic treatments this year for an illness that was likely triggered from poor owner care that occurred before we adopted her many years ago. As you know, giving pills to cats is not an easy task! This pet pill popper helped make the process much easier, and it is so inexpensive, it’s great to have on hand.

Whole Prey Diet Pet Food

While making your own whole prey pet food is best, it is not an option for many of us especially if you work outside the home or travel a lot (using a pet sitter). If you must buy pet food, I recommend looking into the Orijen brand of wet dog and cat food. It is based on a whole prey diet that includes meat, organs, and bones. It is also 95% animal based ingredients. No misleading “grain free” label where the ingredients still include inappropriate, cheap filler ingredients like lentils, beans, rice, peas, potatoes etc. While Orijen is more expensive compared to lower quality brands, you will likely save in spades on veterinary bills over the years!