Content		Strength of recommendation	Level of evidence
1	Consume sufficient energy to maintain an appropriate body weight		I	A
2	Total fat intake should not exceed 30% of total energy intake		IIa	B
3	Limit saturated fat intake to <7% of total energy intake		I	A
4	Replace saturated fat with unsaturated fat but limit omega-6 polyunsaturated fat intake to <10% of total energy intake		IIa	B
5	Avoid trans fatty acid intake		I	A
6	For patients with hypercholesterolemia, limit daily cholesterol intake to 300 mg.		IIa	B
7	Limit total carbohydrate intake to <65% of total energy intake and sugar intake to 10% to 20% of total energy intake		IIa	B
8	Eat fiber-rich foods to consume >25 g of dietary fiber		I	A
9	Limit daily alcohol intake to 1 to 2 shots		I	A
10	Eat diets rich in whole grains and multigrain, beans, vegetables, and fish		IIa	B
		Eat whole grain and multigrain as the staple
		Eat sufficient amounts of vegetables
		Eat fish, particularly blue-back fish 2 to 3 times a week
		Eat an adequate amount of fresh fruits