Heart Healthy
Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 25 grams of soy protein a day may reduce the risk of heart disease. Foods must contain at least 6.25g soy protein per serving, be low in saturated fat, low in cholesterol, and low in fat (foods made from whole soybeans that contain no fat in addition to that inherent in the whole soybean are exempt from the 'low fat' requirements).
Diets containing foods that are a good source of potassium and that are low in sodium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke. Foods must contain at least 350 mg of potassium and 140 mg or less of sodium per serving.
Diets rich in whole grain foods and other plant foods and low in total fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease and some cancers. Foods must contain 51 percent or more whole grain ingredients, dietary fiber content of at least 3 grams per 55 gram serving, and be low in fat.