The American Heart Association’s new dietary advice contradicts RFK Jr | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJulia MustoWednesday 01 April 2026 18:03 BSTRelated: The importance of heart healthThe American Heart Association (AHA) has issued new dietary guidance promoting plant-based proteins and low-fat dairy, which contradicts advice from the Trump administration.The AHA recommends limiting saturated fats to 10% or less of total daily calories, replacing them with unsaturated fats from sources like nuts, avocados, and seeds.Key advice includes balancing calorie intake with activity, consuming a wide variety of fruits and vegetables (including canned or frozen), and choosing whole grains.The guidance also stresses minimising salty and sugary foods, and avoiding or limiting alcohol and ultra-processed foods, both of which have been linked to a higher risk of cancer, which the Trump administration had removed from its guidance.Aimed at reducing cardiovascular disease, which affects over half of US adults, the AHA advises adopting these heart-healthy eating patterns from as early as age one.In fullThe American Heart Association does not want you to follow RFK Jr’s dietThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in