Make 2011 the year of healthy and green Christmas gifts! Here are a few easy and new ways to pass on the Christmas cheer, all while being eco-friendly and calorie conscious.

Memberships – Rather than giving your usual belt busting gift basket full of unhealthy goodies to friends and family, try giving out various memberships this year. Don’t limit your decisions to gym memberships, as there are an abundant of places that offer annual memberships, for example a spa or museum!

Health cook book – If you have a friend struggling to meet her dietary goals, then a cook book promoting a healthy lifestyle is a perfect gift! This provides them with a tangible resource that shows you are supporting their journey towards a healthier way of life.

For the Green Geek – Even the techno junkie can be the recipient of a green gift this year! The market now offers nifty, planet-friendly innovations, such as, cork iPad cases, biodegradable wrist watches, and water-powered clocks!

Puzzle Books – Not all healthy gifts need to be focused around physical fitness, mental fitness is important too! Give the gift of brain power through puzzle books and other mind stimulating games. Sudoku and crossword puzzles are perfect games to keep the cranium juices flowing, all while having fun!