The Curator: 10 wellness products to support healthy habits this fall

Back-to-school season and the return to offices bring more people into close contact, while colder Canadian weather and busier schedules can make healthy routines harder to maintain.

The guide presents products intended to support everyday habits, including meal-preparation containers, sleep aids, hydration products and tools for exercise and stress management. It stresses that no product can magically boost the immune system or guarantee that someone will not get sick.

It highlights sleep, a balanced diet, physical activity, stress management and hydration as the basics research associates with supporting health. It also notes that supplements are not necessary for everyone and recommends speaking with a healthcare professional before adding one to a routine.

Among the featured suggestions are Saje’s Restful Sleep Mist and an eight-pound, machine-washable weighted blanket from Canadian company Silk & Snow. The article says weighted blankets are believed to help reduce stress and support sleep. It also mentions ashwagandha as an option some people consider when facing significant stress.