Don’t forget to spend this money!

Use up what’s left in your FSA! ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ ͏   ­ [Healthline]( [Wellness Wire]( In a Nutshell Hello, hello! We’re using today’s Wellness Wire to give you a heads-up about the flexible spending account (FSA) deadline that’s fast approaching! You have until December 31 to use that money. Otherwise, it’s gone forever. Don’t have an FSA but want to know more about it? You might be missing out on a great benefit. Keep reading to learn more. First up: • [The best shoes for plantar fasciitis]( • [12 evidence-based health benefits of magnesium]( • [4 reasons to try cuticle oil — and how to use it]( — Healthline Newsletter Team [How to get the most out of an FSA]( what’s got us buzzing [How to get the most out of an FSA]( 💰 What’s an FSA?! An [FSA]( is essentially a savings account. Money is removed from your paychecks and isn’t taxed, which allows you to save on certain expenses. FSAs are offered through an employer — you won’t find them with [Medicare](, [Medicaid](, or plans available on the Health Insurance Marketplace. 👀 What can you spend this money on? People typically use these funds to pay for dependent care costs (like preschool, day care, and summer camp) or out-of-pocket health care, which can include copayments and deductibles. 🤯 But wait, there’s more … What people usually forget is that an FSA can also be used to buy a wide variety of health and wellness products! Some of the most popular things people get with these leftover savings include: - over-the-counter medications - home medical devices - prescription sunglasses - contact lenses - dental treatments - birth control - menstrual products - pregnancy and fertility testing - sunscreen Finally ready to invest in a Theragun? What about a new fitness tracker? Or, perhaps you want to stock up on first aid supplies. We rounded up a ton of FSA-eligible products for you below. (Just be sure to buy before December 31.) [USE YOUR FSA]( Great finds “Pik” your teeth [Waterpik Cordless Water Flosser]( [Waterpik Cordless Water Flosser]( The last time we shared a water flosser, many of you rushed to get your own. If you didn’t buy one last time, it’s a great chance to use your FSA money! Waterpik’s flosser uses a powerful combination of water pressure and pulsations to clean deep between your teeth and below the gumline. And the fact that it’s cordless means you can maneuver the device between all of those sneaky crevices in your mouth without battling any annoying wires. [Buy now]( Every product we recommend has gone through either [Healthline's]( or Optum Store’s vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. [Get the Wellness Wire Wishlist!]( Want health and wellness products that actually work? We vet and review hundreds of brands, services, and products to help you live better. Sign up for the Wishlist to get our recommendations and exclusive deals. [JOIN HERE]( Advertisement [Chew on This CBD Gummy]( Sunmed’s variety of CBD gummies might help with anxiety, sleep troubles, and more. [SHOP NOW [→]]( [Chew on This CBD Gummy]( health stories you need What we’re reading next [] 💸 [63 FSA-eligible items to buy before your money expires.]( We weren’t lying when we said the list goes on. 👛 [What’s the difference between a health savings account (HSA) and FSA?]( They’re very similar, but each offers surprising benefits. 🏥 [The best health insurance companies.]( Is yours on this list? 🧭 [How to navigate health insurance when living with a chronic condition.]( It can be extremely frustrating, to say the least. Don’t fret! You’ve still got time to use up your FSA funds! Until next time, [healthline]( Take care of yourself, and we’ll see you again soon! [Telegram] This edition was powered by “free” money. [fb]( [tiktok]( [X]( [youtube]( [insta]( [View in browser]( Did a friend send you this email? [Subscribe here.]( To see all newsletters, [click here.]( [Privacy]( | [Unsubscribe]( Our website services, content, and products are for informational purposes only. Healthline does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should not be used as a substitute for medical advice from a healthcare professional. Healthline encourages you to make any treatment decisions with your healthcare professional. Healthline is owned by RVO Health. © 2023 Healthline Media LLC 275 7th Ave., 24th Floor New York, NY 10001