*I’m a sponsored Meta Influencer, but all opinions are my own.
In celebration of Heart Month this February, Meta and spokesperson Michael Strahan are launching the “Heart 2 Heart” campaign to encourage people across the country to have important health conversations with their loved ones this February and beyond. Along with Michael, my friends at Meta are hoping to encourage honest health conversations with their loved ones to promote the importance of living a heart-healthy lifestyle.
As a catalyst for conversation, the “Heart 2 Heart” campaign is providing a first-hand look at how easy it is to have a heart health talk with your loved one through a new video showcasing Michael Strahan’s intimate conversation with his father, Gene – and tips on how to help your loved one jumpstart their heart-healthy routine with Meta. It’s super sweet, watch it here:
Starting with small changes is key – such as decreasing portion sizes and getting more fiber through using products like Metamucil – to help get people on their way to a successful, long-term heart healthy routine. Check out some of Michael’s simple tips toward talking to your your dad about heart health:
1. Go into the conversation with a purpose. Make a few notes beforehand to keep the conversation on track. It’s really easy to venture down a road that both you and your dad may not be completely comfortable discussing.
2. Think about what you want to accomplish. If there’s an actionable goal that you want your dad to set, help him develop a plan to get it done.
3. Watch your tone. People can become really sensitive when you sit them down and tell them about themselves. Make sure that you are approaching the conversation as objectively as possible.
4. Set an example. Leading by example is always compelling, especially with parents. Holding yourself accountable will help you hold your dad accountable.
5. Acknowledge that you hear him. Making small changes can be a big task and what your dad really needs is your support.
6. Help him add more fiber to his diet. It’s scientifically proven that diets high in fiber can lower cholesterol and promote heart health†. Pick up some Meta and add it to smoothies or protein shakes for that extra boost to help ensure your fiber intake is met every day. Metamucil and Meta Health Bars both provide an easy way to help reduce your risk of heart disease by adding psyllium fiber to your heart-healthy diet. By adding Meta to your diet you can maintain healthy blood sugar levels* Metamucil and Meta Health Bars help lower cholesterol to promote heart health †
7. Watch and share the #Heart2Heart video. I recently had to have a tough heart health conversation with my dad that could inspire your talk.
Think you’re ready to have that Heart 2 Heart? Let me know how it goes! And let my friends at Meta know too! You can find them on Twitter @MetaHealth and on Facebook Facebook.com/MetaWellness1. Make sure you use the hashtag #Heart2Heart !
†Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil and Meta Health Bars, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult serving of Metamucil Powder has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. One Meta Health Bar and one serving of Metamucil Fiber capsules have at least 1.8 grams of this soluble fiber.
