Eat more soluble fiber from oats, beans, lentils, apples, and citrus
Choose unsaturated fats from olive oil, nuts, seeds, avocados, and fatty fish
Replace saturated fats with healthier fats
Avoid trans fats
Limit red meat, processed meat, butter, full-fat dairy, and fried foods
Eat more vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes
Include fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, or mackerel
Exercise regularly
Lose excess weight if needed
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Follow your doctor’s advice on cholesterol-lowering medication if prescribed
Get cholesterol checked regularly