Post Heart Attack Diet Guide

Recovery after a heart attack, where a heart-healthy diet is an important part of looking after your heart.

⚕️ Medical disclaimer: This guide provides general nutritional information and is not a substitute for personalised medical advice. Always consult your healthcare team before making significant dietary changes.

✓ What to Eat

✓ Oily fish twice weekly

Strong evidence for reduced risk of further cardiac events

✓ Whole grains & legumes

Supports healthy cholesterol and blood sugar

✓ Plenty of vegetables

Provide fibre, vitamins and minerals as part of a heart-healthy diet

✗ What to Avoid

✗ Saturated & trans fats

Directly contributes to further arterial plaque build-up

✗ Excess sodium

Raises blood pressure, adding strain to a recovering heart

Practical Tips

💡 Cardiac rehabilitation is essential

Combines supervised exercise with dietary guidance for the best recovery outcomes

💡 Take all medications as prescribed

Diet supports but never replaces prescribed cardiac medication

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