“ The American Heart Association released its 2026 Dietary Guidance to Improve Heart Health this spring, providing Americans with advice on how to eat to support long-term heart health.
The guidelines largely align with recommendations from previous years, with a few key changes including a greater emphasis on eating plant-based proteins and avoiding ultra-processed foods. “

https://www.foodandwine.com/american-heart-association-dietary-guidelines-2026-11995873

“ Updated American Heart Association guidelines for improving cardiovascular health recommend prioritizing plant-based proteins (such as legumes and nuts) over meat, and replacing full-fat dairy and saturated animal fats with plant-based unsaturated fats. They also emphasize high-fiber, low-cholesterol diets rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and minimally processed foods, while limiting added sugar, salt, and alcohol. “ https://www.pcrm.org/news/health-nutrition/american-heart-association-recommends-plant-based-protein-over-meat #hearthealth
American Heart Association Recommends Plant-Based Protein Over Meat

Updated American Heart Association guidelines for improving cardiovascular health recommend prioritizing plant-based proteins (such as legumes and nuts) over meat, and replacing full-fat dairy and saturated animal fats with plant-based unsaturated fats.

Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine