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Vegetarian Diet vs. Drugs
If you have high cholesterol but don’t want to — or can’t take — drugs to lower it, you may have a promising option.
18 Challenges
Get your blood pressure checked
If left unchecked, high blood pressure can lead to a host of health problems. In the next 24 hours, schedule an appointment with your doctor to get checked out.
Make commercials count
Drop that remote and use commercials as a stopwatch instead. Do classic jumping jacks, or mix it up by varying your arm movement or by moving your legs in a cross-country ski motion. Research shows...
Conquer a 5K
Lots of us think about running a 5K but never do it. What holds us back? The physical challenge can be intimidating. But if you can run two miles or so you can prepare with just six weeks of training...
Throw a chocolate tasting party
Now that the holidays are over you may find yourself missing some of the hustle and bustle of social events and activities. Which is why we think that throwing a chocolate tasting party this month is...
Be good to your heart
February is American Heart Month. And since Kashi is a big proponent of keeping your heart healthy, we thought we’d highlight it by posting a challenge. This month, make an effort to pay...
Have a tea party
Although you might think that tea parties are for children, they’re actually quite fun for adults too. Especially if you plan them on a theme. The best ones are based on a tea’s origins. For example...
Do 50 more jumping jacks
A few months ago we posted this challenge and immediately got a huge response. Everyone really seemed to love it. And what’s not to love? Jumping jacks get your heart rate up. They also make you...
Experiment with oatmeal
You may not realize it, but all oatmeal is not all the same. Depending on the way oat groats are processed, oatmeal has a very different texture once it’s cooked. So while you may think you don’t...
Linger over a glass of wine
In addition to being good for your heart (thanks to all those antioxidants), wine can also be good for your soul. Tonight, savor a glass of wine and enjoy its multifaceted benefits alone in...
Try a 10-minute workout
Although longer, sustained workouts may help you reach your fitness goals faster, shorter workouts can help you stay healthy too. Better yet, they get you in the habit of regular movement, which is...
Try a team sport instead of jogging
A recent study by Danish scientists who conducted research on 37 men found that soccer players worked off more fat and built more muscle than joggers exercising for the same amount of time. In...
Workout with an everyday activity
You don’t have to go to a gym to get your heart rate up. Many everyday activities help you accomplish this goal — and they don’t cost a thing. Today, make the effort to do something that gets your...
Jump rope for 10 minutes
Jumping rope is not just for schoolyards. It is a great way for people of all ages to burn extra calories, increase stamina, and improve coordination. Today, challenge yourself to find a jump rope and...
Take the stairs
Who'd have thought something as simple as taking the stairs could be so beneficial? Stair climbing is good for your heart, helps you stay fit, and five minutes of this aerobic activity burns a...
Integrate cardio into your schedule
Whether you want to strengthen your heart, lose a few pounds or improve your attitude, cardiovascular exercise is a great way to improve your health and happiness. This month, feel the benefits of...
Laugh out loud
According to a study published in 2001, people with a good sense of humor had less coronary heart disease than those who were more serious. Reducing your stress load and laughing more not only gives...
Know your body
During the next several months, make it a goal to learn some vital statistics about your body. Challenge yourself to get answers to these basic questions: 1) your cholesterol levels, 2) your blood...
Do 50 jumping jacks
Remember jumping jacks from high school gym class? The great thing about them is they get your heart pumping and blood flowing. They also increase the oxygen in your blood and make you more alert...
3 Recipes
7th Heaven Apple Bake
Makes 16 servings. Uses Kashi 7 Whole Grain Honey Puffs and Kashi Heart to Heart Golden Brown Maple Instant Oatmeal.
Berry Hearty Parfait
Makes 1 serving. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal.
Veggie Burgers with Heart
Makes 8 servings. Uses Kashi Heart to Heart cereal.
6 Products
Heart To Heart Cereal, Honey Toasted Oat
Light, sweet, and crunchy, Heart to Heart Honey Toasted Oat Cereal is a combination of honey-toasted Os, hearts made with whole grain oats, and our unique blend of Seven Whole Grains and Sesame...
Heart To Heart Cereal, Oat Flakes & Wild Blueberry...
This is a delicious blend of crispy oat flakes and crunchy oat clusters made with sun-sweetened wild blueberries, nature’s #1 antioxidant fruit. More For Your Heart We created Heart to Heart...
Heart To Heart Oatmeal, Apple Cinnamon
With warm, creamy oats and moist sliced apples touched with cinnamon, it’s a tasty way to do more for your heart.
Heart To Heart Oatmeal, Golden Brown Maple
With warm, creamy oats naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup, it’s a tasty way to do more for your heart.
Heart To Heart Oatmeal, Raisin Spice
With warm, creamy oats and plump raisins blended with cinnamon and spice, it’s a tasty way to do more for your heart.
Heart To Heart Waffles, Original
We created Heart to Heart with more heart healthy ingredients to make taking care of your heart easy and enjoyable. Helps Reduce Cholesterol—1g soluble fiber from oats Helps Support...
