How to Lower LDL-C?

Reduce saturated fat intake

Eliminate trans fats

Replace butter, lard, and coconut oil with unsaturated fats

Eat more soluble fiber

Choose whole grains, legumes, fruits, and vegetables

Add nuts and seeds

Include fatty fish regularly

Limit dietary cholesterol if advised by a clinician

Lose excess body weight

Exercise regularly

Stop smoking

Limit alcohol intake

Manage diabetes and blood pressure

Take prescribed statins if recommended

Consider ezetimibe if prescribed

Consider PCSK9 inhibitors if prescribed

Consider bile acid sequestrants if prescribed

Consider bempedoic acid if prescribed

Follow up with lipid testing as directed

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