Anyone who’s been told to try a low-sodium diet knows that cutting back on sodium can be a real challenge. It’s often not enough to put down the salt shaker; it’s also a matter of reading nutrition ...

A heart-healthy diet focuses on nutrient-dense foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. This diet usually limits foods rich in saturated fats, sugar, and salt.

The DASH diet may lower blood pressure more, especially for people with high blood pressure. The Mediterranean diet may offer broader heart health benefits and be easier to follow long-term. Both ...

As great as that is, a new diet plan promises to improve heart health in 12 weeks. Are we in for a food fight? Not necessarily—finding a nutritious eating plan you love is a win, regardless of what ...