Eat more soluble fiber: oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, citrus, psyllium
Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats: olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds, fatty fish
Avoid trans fats and limit ultra-processed foods
Choose lean proteins: fish, skinless poultry, legumes, tofu
Increase intake of nuts, especially almonds and walnuts
Eat fatty fish 2 times per week
Add plant sterols and stanols from fortified foods
Maintain a healthy body weight
Exercise regularly: brisk walking, cycling, swimming, strength training
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol
Reduce added sugar and refined carbohydrates
Eat more vegetables and whole fruits
Use whole grains instead of refined grains
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Stay hydrated
Consider green tea
Use garlic in food
Include flaxseeds or chia seeds
Work with a healthcare professional to monitor cholesterol levels