Eat less saturated fat
Avoid trans fat
Replace butter, lard, and coconut oil with unsaturated fats
Use olive oil, canola oil, nuts, seeds, and avocado
Eat more soluble fiber
Choose oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, and citrus
Increase intake of vegetables and whole grains
Eat fatty fish regularly
Limit red meat and processed meat
Choose lean proteins
Reduce intake of refined carbs and added sugars
Lose excess weight if needed
Exercise regularly
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol
Manage diabetes, blood pressure, and thyroid issues
Take prescribed cholesterol-lowering medication as directed
Recheck lipids with your clinician regularly