Reduce saturated fat intake
Eliminate trans fats
Replace butter with unsaturated fats
Use olive oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds, and avocados
Eat more soluble fiber
Choose oats, barley, beans, lentils, fruits, and vegetables
Increase intake of whole grains
Eat fatty fish regularly
Add plant sterols or stanols
Limit red meat and processed meats
Choose lean proteins
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly
Stop smoking
Limit alcohol intake
Control blood pressure and blood sugar
Take prescribed cholesterol-lowering medication
Follow up with regular lipid testing