What are some good diets for CHF?

Answer by  herzog (555)

A diet low in salt, high in fiber, with lots of vegetables and fruits and whole grains and low in fat is ideal. Commonly, physicians recommend the Pritikin diet, or in milder cases of CHF, the Mediteranean diet.

Answer by  ncnurse04 (43)

For a patient with CHF it is important to limit the amount of salt in the diet. Excessive salt causes the body to retain fluid which can affect the pumping action of the heart. Generally, patients are advised not to consume more than 2 grams of salt a day.

Answer by  techno (95)

Healthy diets for congestive heart failure may vary from person but normally diets with low saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium are recommended for patients having CHF. Vegetables, fruits, cereals, white meat and fat free dairy products should be used in such patients. Heart friendly diet is must for healthy and quality life.

Answer by  michmich2 (195)

The most important thing is that the diet is low in sodium. Depending on medications being taken, you may have to be careful about your potassium and grapefruit intake.