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Published: January 07, 2026

New dietary guidelines underscore importance of healthy eating

American Heart Association welcomes federal nutrition guidance, pledges to continue working with administration to fight chronic disease
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  • Eduardo Sanchez on one habit that makes a big difference
  • Eduardo Sanchez on healthy eating starts in the kitchen
  • Eduardo Sanchez on bottom line on healthy diet
  • Eduardo Sanchez on healthy eating bumper sticker
  • Eduardo Sanchez on top 3 nutrition tips
  • Dr. Lloyd-Jones on the food we eat and our CVD risk
  • Dr. Lloyd-Jones on Life's Essential 8
  • Dr. Lloyd-Jones on establishing good habits
  • Cheryl Anderson on healthy eating patterns
  • Cheryl Anderson conflicting messages about healthy eating
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