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Because Dad deserves love — and a healthy heart!
If your dad’s been watching his cholesterol or focusing more on his health lately (good on him!), why not celebrate him with a gift that supports his goals?
This Father’s Day, show Dad you care with something thoughtful, practical, and good for his ticker. Healthy Hampers rounded up five healthy gift ideas that are perfect for dads with high cholesterol — and trust us, they’re a lot more exciting than a box of sugar-free mints.
1. A Heart-Healthy Cooking Class or Subscription Box
If your dad enjoys pottering around the kitchen — or even if he’s more of a “watch and learn” kind of guy — a heart-healthy cooking class could be a top-notch gift. Look for local classes that focus on plant-based meals, Mediterranean-style cooking, or low-cholesterol recipes. It’s a fun experience you could even enjoy together.
Prefer something he can do from the comfort of home? Sign him up for a healthy meal kit subscription that caters to specific dietary needs. Many Aussie meal kit services now offer heart-friendly options, like low-sodium and low-saturated fat meals packed with whole grains, veggies, and lean proteins.
Bonus points if you offer to join him in the kitchen and share the clean-up!
2. A Stylish Set of Reusable Smoothie Cups (With Ingredients, of Course!)
Smoothies can be a cholesterol-friendly powerhouse when made with the right ingredients. Deliciously nutritious oats, berries, flaxseeds, almond milk, spinach, avocado — all great for the heart. So why not gift Dad a set of stylish, BPA-free smoothie cups, plus a starter kit of smoothie essentials?
You could bundle up a reusable cup or two, a few bags of frozen berries, a jar of natural peanut butter, some ground flaxseed, and a cute recipe card with a few of your own creations. If he’s more of a savoury bloke, consider a green smoothie recipe with avocado, cucumber, and mint.
He gets a delicious, healthy breakfast or snack — and you get the satisfaction of knowing he’s blending up some heart-friendly TLC every morning.
3. A Fitness Tracker to Keep Him Moving
We all know movement is essential for managing cholesterol and overall heart health — but sometimes it takes a bit of motivation to get going. A fitness tracker can be just the nudge Dad needs. It could be a basic step counter or a smartwatch with all the bells and whistles, these gadgets can help track steps, heart rate, sleep, and even activity reminders.
Look for models that don’t require a tech degree to use — something user-friendly and durable. If he’s already tech-savvy, you could go for one that syncs with health apps and lets him track his progress over time.
Better still, make it a friendly challenge. Set goals together and turn it into a bit of a family competition — who’s getting the most steps this week?
4. A Basket of Heart-Friendly Snacks
Snacks are life. But for someone managing high cholesterol, the snack aisle can be a minefield of temptation. So why not curate your own basket of tasty, heart-healthy nibbles that Dad can enjoy guilt-free?
- Unsalted mixed nuts – especially almonds and walnuts
- Air-popped popcorn – just skip the butter and salt
- Wholegrain crackers with hummus or avocado dip
- Roasted chickpeas – crunchy, satisfying, and full of fibre
- Dark chocolate – look for 70% cocoa or higher (in moderation, of course!)
Pop them in a nice basket or cooler bag with a fun card that says, “For the heart of the family”. Cute, right?
Don’t have time to put together a heart-healthy Father’s Day Gift Hamper? Explore our Father’s Day Gift Collection with all of the above cholesterol-friendly snacks (and more!). If you want to make your Dad something very special, create your own healthy Father’s Day Hamper online with Healthy Hampers.
5. A Relaxing Experience That Lowers Stress (and Cholesterol!)
Stress isn’t just bad for the mood — it can also wreak havoc on cholesterol levels. So, this year, consider giving Dad a bit of downtime. Get him a meditation app subscription (like Headspace or Calm), or even a float tank session.
If that’s not quite his style, maybe a new hammock or a comfy chair for the back patio would do the trick. The goal is to help him relax, breathe, and de-stress — which is also good for his heart apart from hitting the gym.
You could even organise a “chill day” at home — cook him a healthy lunch, put on his favourite, and let him take it easy. Sometimes, the best gifts are the simplest ones.
Father’s Day is all about celebrating the man who raised you, guided you, and maybe embarrassed you in public a few too many times. But if your dad’s focusing on his health — especially his cholesterol — why not support him in a way that feels encouraging rather than preachy?
It could be a thoughtful snack box, a new health gadget, or a shared experience, the message is always the same – “I love you, and I want you around for many Father’s Days to come.”
That’s the best gift of all, really.