The heart-healthy protein doctors want you eating after 60
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Cardiologists often highlight the benefits of adding high-protein, nutrient-dense foods, especially salmon, other fatty seafood, and plant-based options like beans and lentils, to your diet as you age. Salmon provides heart-friendly omega-3s and quality protein that can help support muscle maintenance and healthy cholesterol levels, while legumes add fiber and essential minerals for overall cardiovascular wellness. Though no single food guarantees a healthier heart, regularly including salmon and other protein-rich choices as part of a balanced diet can be a smart step toward supporting long-term health.
Source
Rimm, Eric & Appel, Lawrence & Chiuve, Stephanie & Djoussé, Luc & Engler, Mary & Kris-Etherton, Penny & Mozaffarian, Dariush & Siscovick, David & Lichtenstein, Alice. (2018). Seafood Long-Chain n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Disease: A Science Advisory From the American Heart Association. Circulation. 138. CIR.0000000000000574. 10.1161/CIR.0000000000000574.
Additional Reading
https://parade.com/health/high-protein-food-to-eat-over-60-according-to-cardiologists
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease/in-depth/omega-3/art-20045614