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Heart-healthy eating
Simple food choices that support heart health.
Overview
What you eat affects blood pressure, cholesterol and weight. Small, steady changes add up.
Build your plate
- Vegetables and fruit at most meals
- Whole grains instead of refined grains
- Fish, beans, nuts and lean proteins
- Healthy fats such as olive oil
Limit
- Sodium and highly processed foods
- Sugary drinks and sweets
- Fried foods and fatty cuts of meat
Last reviewed: September 2, 2026