American Heart Association


Reducing your "controllable" risk factors - those you can change - may help prevent a heart attack in the future. Adopting better dietary habits and choosing a varied combination of foods from each of the food groups is your first step to doing just that!

To discover the AHA-recommended amounts of fat and cholesterol that should be included in your diet, take a quick tour through our Guidelines & Goals. And, to find out how cholesterol, fat and sodium affect your diet - and your health - be sure to get The Details.