Healthy Heart

Healthy Heart

February is American Heart Month, when eating right and being physically active are truly at the "heart" of the matter. This special collection of food and nutrition information will help you make smart food choices and achieve a heart-healthy lifestyle.

Monthly Feature

10 Tips for a Healthy Heart

The Heart Truth Campaign

The Heart Truth is a national awareness campaign sponsored by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. The campaign's goal is to give women a wake-up call about their risk of heart disease. Visit the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute Web site below for more information.

Heart Truth Campaign activities with ADA Partner: The Coca-Cola Company —
ADA is working with Diet Coke to support the messages of the Heart Truth Campaign. Visit the Diet Coke Heart Truth Web site below for more information.

Good Nutrition Reading List

Try these healthy heart selections.

  • Healthy Heart Selections from the Good Nutrition Reading List

    by Roberta Larson Duyff, MS, RD, FADA, CFCS. Wiley, 2006.
    Includes the most up-to-date Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Offers quick access to timely advice on a multitude of food and nutrition topics. Includes chapters on food for fitness, healthy weight, vegetarian eating and nutrition for every stage of life.

RDs Weigh In Blog

  • RDs Weigh In Web Blog
    Web blog written by registered dietitians who are media spokespeople for the American Dietetic Association

Find a Nutrition Professional

Need help eating right and staying active? A registered dietitian can create a custom plan for you. To find a registered dietitian in your area, visit the link below.