Highlights of the guideline: To further reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, a heart-healthy dietary pattern is strongly recommended; this heart-healthy dietary pattern should reduce the intake of saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium below current population levels; physical activity should be an average of 40 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise three to four times a week. It is highly recommended to limit the intake of saturated and trans fats. Saturated fats are primarily derived from animal foods such as meat and skinned poultry with a high percentage of fat, full-fat dairy products, and tropical oils such as coconut oil and palm oil, and trans fats include products made from partially hydrogenated fats such as many commercially prepared baked and fried foods. The guidelines recommend a heart-healthy diet that emphasizes fruits, vegetables and grains, which include low-fat dairy products, poultry, fish and nuts, and limits red meat, sweets and sugary drinks Based on a daily requirement of 2,000 calories, a heart-healthy eating pattern should include: Fruits: 4-5 servings per day Vegetables: 4-5 servings per day Grains, especially high-fiber foods: 6-8 servings per day Skim or low-fat milk and dairy products: 2-3 servings per day Lean meats, poultry and fish: 6 or fewer ounces per day Nuts, legumes and seeds: 4-5 servings per week Fats and oils: 2-3 servings of healthy oils per day, limiting trans and saturated fats Limiting sweets and added sugars In addition, physical activity is also an important aspect of reducing cardiovascular disease risk, and guidelines recommend moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, three to four times a week for an average of 40 minutes per session. to four times a week for an average of 40 minutes each time.