patient Resources
Patient Resources & Education
Helping You Understand Your Heart and Your Care
Heart-Healthy Eating and Nutrition
Reliable nutrition information can help reduce cardiovascular risk and support long-term heart health.
  • Mediterranean Diet – Heart-healthy eating pattern rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, olive oil, and fish: Read more
  • DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) – Designed to help lower blood pressure:​ ​Read more
  • Portfolio Diet – A plant-forward eating pattern designed to lower LDL: Read more
  • Heart Foundation Healthy Eating Advice – Practical guidance on heart-healthy food choices: Read more
Preparing for an Angiogram or Stent Procedure
What to expect before, during, and after coronary procedures, including recovery and risks.
  • Heart Foundation Australia – Patient guide for the coronary angiogram: Read more
  • Ottawa Heart Institute – Cardiac catheterisation & angioplasty: Read more
  • NHS UK – Coronary angioplasty and stent Insertion: Read more
  • British Heart Foundation – Quick guide to the coronary angiogram: Read more
Recovery and Life After Treatment
Guidance on returning to daily activities, medications, warning signs, and long-term heart health.
  • Heart Foundation Australia – Downloadable resources hub (PDFs and factsheets): Browse resources
  • Heart Foundation Australia – MyHeart MyLife (PDF booklet): Download booklet
  • British Heart Foundation – Information & Support Hub: Explore support

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Information on this website is general in nature and does not replace individual medical advice.