Eat more soluble fiber: oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, citrus
Choose unsaturated fats: olive oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds, avocado
Replace saturated fats: cut back on butter, cheese, fatty meats, full-fat dairy, coconut oil
Avoid trans fats: limit fried foods, packaged baked goods, and foods with partially hydrogenated oils
Eat more fatty fish: salmon, sardines, mackerel, trout
Increase plant foods: vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes
Choose lean proteins: skinless poultry, fish, tofu, beans
Limit processed meats: bacon, sausage, hot dogs, deli meats
Reduce refined carbs and added sugars: soda, sweets, white bread, pastries
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly: aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate activity per week
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Take prescribed cholesterol-lowering medication as directed
Follow up with a healthcare professional for cholesterol testing and treatment plans