Lose excess body weight
Reduce sugar and refined carbohydrate intake
Avoid sugary drinks and desserts
Limit or avoid alcohol
Eat more fiber-rich foods
Choose healthy fats like olive oil, nuts, seeds, and avocado
Eat more fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, and mackerel
Reduce saturated fat and trans fat intake
Exercise regularly
Quit smoking
Control blood sugar if you have diabetes
Manage thyroid or other medical conditions
Take prescribed triglyceride-lowering medications if recommended by a doctor
Follow up with regular blood tests