Food and Health: Nutrition for Prevention and Management of Cardiovascular Disease: 2026 ACC Scientific Statement: A Report of the American College of Cardiology
Recommendations
As issued by the authors
Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats
Increase dietary fiber and whole grains
Reduce sodium and ultra-processed foods (particularly sugar-sweetened beverages and processed meats)
Greater adherence to healthy dietary patterns (Mediterranean, DASH, vegetarian, other plant-rich) to lower CV risk
Translate nutrition science into practice via dietary counseling, medical nutrition therapy, Food Is Medicine programs, public policy initiatives and clinician education
Original publication
Food and Health: Nutrition for Prevention and Management of Cardiovascular Disease: 2026 ACC Scientific Statement: A Report of the American College of Cardiology. J Am Coll Cardiol. Published 30 September 2026. doi:10.
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