American Heart Association releases dietary guidance counter to some Maha guidelines

Leading US heart health group recommends prioritizing plant-based protein over meat relative to US government

The American Heart Association’s new nutrition guidance, released on Tuesday, emphasized a dietary pattern rich in vegetables, ​fruits and whole grains, prioritizing plant-based protein over meat.

It also suggested limiting the ‌use of sugar, salt and ultra-processed foods and replacing full fat dairy with non-fat and low-fat dairy.