Looking for the best books about heart disease, cholesterol and cardiovascular health? This curated collection features books by doctors, researchers and health experts covering heart disease prevention, nutrition, cholesterol, blood pressure, exercise, metabolic health and lifestyle.
The books below present a range of perspectives on cardiovascular health. Some recommendations focus on plant-based nutrition and lifestyle, while others challenge conventional approaches to cholesterol, saturated fat, medication and cardiovascular risk. Where authors make claims that are debated or differ from mainstream medical guidance, readers should consider the underlying evidence and discuss medical decisions with a qualified healthcare professional.
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BHF
Free publications covering heart health, healthy eating, cholesterol, blood pressure, heart attack, heart failure, valve disease and other cardiovascular conditions.
Bowden/Sintra
Examines conventional views about cholesterol, saturated fat and cardiovascular disease. The authors challenge aspects of mainstream cholesterol theory and statin use, making this a useful resource for readers interested in differing perspectives on cholesterol and heart disease.
Dr Jeffrey Dach
A book and collection of resources exploring coronary artery disease, cardiovascular risk factors, prevention, nutrition and lifestyle. An integrative approach to understanding and managing cardiovascular health.
Dr Esseltyn
A nutrition-focused approach to coronary artery disease that emphasises a whole-food, plant-based diet and lifestyle changes. Focusing particularly on the potential role of dietary patterns in cardiovascular health.
Dr Fuhrman
Exploring the relationship between nutrition, diet quality and cardiovascular health. His approach emphasises nutrient-dense, plant-rich foods and dietary patterns intended to support heart health and reduce cardiovascular risk.
Patrick Holford
A practical approach to health and wellbeing covering nutrition, supplements, exercise and stress management, with information relevant to cardiovascular health and healthy lifestyle choices.
Mark Kaplan
A book challenging conventional approaches to cholesterol and cardiovascular risk. Kaplan examines cholesterol, statins and prevailing views about heart disease, offering an alternative perspective that readers can compare with mainstream medical evidence.
Dr Aseem Malhotra
Examines diet, lifestyle, cholesterol, saturated fat, statins and other factors associated with cardiovascular disease. His books present a critical perspective on some conventional approaches to heart disease prevention and treatment.
Dr Philip Ovadia
A cardiologist’s perspective on metabolic health and cardiovascular disease prevention. Dr Ovadia explores nutrition, exercise, metabolic health and lifestyle factors that may influence long-term heart health. Solid guidelines here – whatever your specific dietary choices.