Ranking Popular Diets for Heart Health: AHA's Top Picks and Misses
The American Heart Association has released a scientific statement rating popular diets based on their alignment with heart-healthy guidelines. The DASH-style, Mediterranean, and vegetarian and pescatarian diets received top ratings, while Paleo and ketogenic diets did not meet heart-healthy criteria. The statement emphasizes the role of social determinants in shaping healthy eating patterns and suggests opportunities for dietary research and interventions to promote health equity.