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For heart health, eating a healthy, balanced overall diet that is easy to maintain long-term is key, more so than focusing on specific foods or diet fads, according to a new scientific statement from the American College of Cardiology (ACC).

August 3, 2026 ByJulie Corliss, Executive Editor, Harvard Heart Letter

It’s officially plum season in the UK. And if you didn’t already know, the common fruits are pretty great for us – they’ve been associated with slower brain ageing, better bone health, and even a reduced risk of some cancers.

Flavanols are a type of plant compound that can offer several health benefits due to their antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties.