How to Lower Cholesterol Through Diet?

Eat more soluble fiber: oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, citrus, psyllium

Choose whole grains instead of refined grains

Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats

Use olive, canola, avocado, and other plant oils

Eat nuts and seeds in moderation

Include fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel, and trout

Add more legumes to meals

Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits

Choose lean proteins such as skinless poultry, fish, tofu, and beans

Limit red meat and processed meats

Avoid trans fats

Reduce butter, cream, full-fat dairy, and coconut oil

Choose low-fat or nonfat dairy products

Limit fried foods and commercially baked goods

Use plant sterols and stanols if recommended

Cut back on added sugars and refined carbs

Limit ultra-processed foods

Control portion sizes

Maintain a healthy weight through diet

Drink water instead of sugary drinks

Limit alcohol intake

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