Eat more soluble fiber: oats, beans, lentils, apples, citrus, barley
Choose healthy fats: olive oil, nuts, seeds, avocado
Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats
Avoid trans fats
Limit red meat, processed meat, butter, full-fat dairy, fried foods
Eat more fish rich in omega-3s: salmon, sardines, mackerel
Increase fruits and vegetables
Choose whole grains over refined grains
Exercise regularly
Lose excess weight if needed
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol
Manage stress
Get enough sleep
Check cholesterol regularly
Follow prescribed medications if recommended by a doctor