DURHAM – NC IDEA Foundation, the economic development group that helps grow startups across the state through a variety of program, has some gift ideas for holiday shoppers.

They’ve put together an online catalog that recommends firms across a variety of specialties from items for the “health conscious foodie” to interior design.

“We here at NC IDEA have some recommendations for your holiday shopping list from companies right here in the great state of North Carolina,” the group said in an email on Friday.

“We are proud to have supported these companies over the years through our various programs including, NC IDEA LABS, NC IDEA SEED, NC IDEA SOAR and NC IDEA LEAD. We are fans ….. and we’re pretty sure your gift recipients will be too!”

Here are the recommendations by category:

  • For the Health Conscious Foodie

Mati Energy
Healthy energy drinks people love – #energizewithoutcompromise

No Evil Foods
Meat from nothin’ but plants using ingredients that are sustainable, simple and kind

Tom & Jenny’s
Dentist-crafted, decadent caramels that are good and good for you

  • For the Athlete

Gryppers
Game-changing innovation that every professional athlete and passionate recreationist needs to WIN

Valencell
Award-winning technology for what’s next in wearables

  • For Improved Health & Well Being

Adoratherapy
Essential oils and aromatherapy to boost your mood

NeuroPlus
Brain-sensing headset to improve focus

Vital Plan
Supplements and lifestyle advice for creating a healthier, happier you

  • For the Parent

FokusLabs
Anti-distraction wristwear for kids (and adults) who struggle to focus

Sqord
Makes active play engaging for kids by creating a fun and competitive online world

Sweetie Pie Organics
Always organic baby and toddler food

  • For the Interior Designer

Bloomify
Beautiful blooms from maintenance-free plants

Inirv Labs
Easier, smarter, safer cooking

MicMag
Easy to put together customizable furniture

Nugget Comfort
Most versatile, comfortable, portable couch ever, making furniture fun for kids, easy for parents

Purillume
A lighting company designed to deliver the full potential of LED lighting

Spoonflower
Custom fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap from indie artists around the world

  • Coming Soon in 2018

Twistek
A breakthrough hands-free way to wear, use and protect your smartphone

Undercover Colors
Wearable tech with the power to protect