About the Guideline

What does heart healthy eating pattern look like?

Eating patterns that include a wide variety of foods, are rich in wholegrains, fibre, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats, and naturally low in unhealthy fats, salt and added sugar are ideal. Follow our 5-step heart healthy eating pattern to help you achieve this balance.

Explore the areas of a healthy eating pattern

1. Plenty of fruit, vegtables and wholegrain cereals.
2. Healthy proteins especially fish, seafood, legumes, nuts and seeds with small amounts of eggs and lean poultry. Limit lead red meat to 1-3 times a week.
3. Unflavoured milk, yoghurt and cheese. Those with high blood cholesterol should choose reduced fat varieties.
4. Healthy fat choices with nuts, seeds, avocados, olives and their oils for cooking.
5. Herbs and spices to flavour foods, instead of adding salt.

[ADD RESOURCE ASSET] - Download our ‘How to Eat Well for a Healthy Heart’ booklet and discover how your eating habits align with a heart-healthy eating pattern.