Eat more soluble fiber: oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, citrus, chia seeds, flaxseeds
Choose healthy fats: olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds
Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats
Avoid trans fats and partially hydrogenated oils
Eat fatty fish: salmon, sardines, mackerel, trout
Add plant sterols and stanols from fortified foods
Increase fruits and vegetables daily
Choose whole grains instead of refined grains
Limit red meat, processed meat, butter, ghee, full-fat dairy
Use nuts as snacks in small portions
Exercise regularly: walking, cycling, swimming, strength training
Lose excess weight if needed
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol intake
Reduce sugary foods and refined carbohydrates
Drink water instead of sugary drinks
Manage stress with sleep, meditation, or breathing exercises
Sleep 7 to 9 hours each night
Cook at home more often
Use steaming, baking, grilling, or boiling instead of frying
Check cholesterol levels regularly with a healthcare professional