- Prioritize overall dietary patterns, not single nutrients
- Shift toward plant-based protein sources
- Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats
- Limit added sugars, sodium, and alcohol
- Start heart-healthy eating early in life
Sources: Shift From Meat to Plants, Heart Group Says in Updated Dietary Guidance, What Nutrition Experts Say About the New Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association, 2021 Dietary Guidance to Improve Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association, Fact Sheet: Trump Administration Resets U.S. Nutrition Policy, Puts Real Food Back at the Center of Health, Dietary Guidelines For Americans
