Here is the American Heart Association (AHA)  Dietary guidelines for heart diseases and stroke.

These guidelines are based on an analysis of hundreds of studies emphasizing varied diets full of fruits, vegetables, grains and fish,]

* Fruits and vegetables are high in nutrients and fiber, and are relatively low in calories. Grain products provide complex carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and fiber.

*Dietary patterns high in grain products and fiber have been associated with decreased risk of cardiovascular disease.

*Eat foods high in starches (e.g., bread, pasta, cereal, potatoes) Sources of calories in the diet should come from foods that are sources of whole grains as well as nutrient-fortified and enriched starches ( such sas cereals).

*AHA recommends that individuals get their nutrients from foods, not from supplements.