Health-Boosting Calendar: 4 Weeks of Heart-Healthy Tips

Week Three

Monday: Drink a small glass of warm milk before bedtime to help you fall asleep.

Tuesday: Wear a pedometer and strive for 10,000 steps today.

Wednesday: Plan out a walking route that will take you through pretty homes in your neighborhood.

Thursday: Take a couple of minutes to stretch when you wake up in the morning and before you go to bed at night. See our guide to smart stretches.

Friday: Whether you’re in your house, at work, or at a shopping mall, use the restroom that’s farthest away. That could mean an extra flight of stairs to help you burn calories.

Saturday: Go to your favorite restaurant’s Web site and look up nutrition information for your top menu choices. If the numbers are shocking, pick a few tasty-looking alternatives.

Sunday: Don’t skip meals. Skipping a meal can lower your metabolism by 5 percent, enough to gain a pound every month. Get enticed by our low-fat recipes.