heart-healthy
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of heart-healthy
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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The new AHA guidance says people should begin to follow a heart-healthy diet early, starting at age 1.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
“EVOO is packed with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that can help lower bad cholesterol levels,” she says.
From Salon ● Jan. 19, 2025
It’s low in saturated fat, which makes it heart-healthy.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 2, 2024
The American Heart Assn. is including the product in its heart-healthy recipe collection.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2024
"The 2023 Almanac represents an important resource for using locally relevant data to inform local-level actions for heart-healthy and thriving communities."
From Science Daily ● Dec. 11, 2023
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