Mealtime Conversation Starters

Let’s bring health and well-being into every home this fall. Study after study has shown the varied, lifelong benefits of family meals. When families eat together, amazing things happen.

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  • What is your favorite thing to do outside?

  • What is your favorite holiday? The American Heart Association has tips to help you stay healthy (and indulge a little too) during the holiday season at heart.org/EatSmart

    What is your favorite holiday?

  • What is the funniest story you have about the person sitting next to you? Laughter is a great way to manage stress and make us feel good.

    What is the funniest story you have about the person sitting next to you?

  • What is your least favorite chore? Active chores like walking the dog, vacuuming and taking the trash out are all good ways to add physical activity into your day.

    What is your least favorite chore?

  • Name a song that makes you get up and dance no matter what! Staying physically active is linked to lower risk of diseases, stronger bones and muscles and improved mental health.

    Name a song that makes you get up and dance no matter what!

  • If you had an extra hour in your day, what would you do with it? If you’re short on extra time, the American Heart Association has you covered. Check out 5-minute movement breaks, mediations and more at heart.org/MoveMoreTogether

    If you had an extra hour in your day, what would you do with it?

  • If you could have any pet in the whole world, what would it be? Studies show the mere act of petting a dog helps decrease blood pressure.

    If you could have any pet in the whole world, what would it be?

  • What is your favorite meal? Spruce up family recipes with healthier swaps like using herbs and spices instead of salt, whole-grain breads and pastas instead of white or baking, grilling or steaming proteins and vegetables instead of frying.

    What is your favorite meal?

  • If your pet could speak, what would they say? Interacting with a pet suppresses stress hormones and improves feelings of happiness. Learn more about the health benefits of pet companionship at heart.org/pets

    If your pet could speak, what would they say?

  • If you could invite anyone over for dinner, who would you invite? Frequent meals shared with family or friends increases self-esteem, a sense of well-being and stronger relationships.

    If you could invite anyone over for dinner, who would you invite?

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