Eat more soluble fiber from oats, barley, beans, lentils, apples, and citrus
Replace saturated fats with unsaturated fats from olive oil, nuts, seeds, avocado, and fatty fish
Avoid trans fats and limit processed foods, fried foods, and baked goods made with partially hydrogenated oils
Choose lean proteins such as fish, skinless poultry, tofu, and legumes
Increase intake of plant sterols and stanols from fortified foods
Eat more nuts, especially almonds, walnuts, and pistachios
Add fatty fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel, or trout several times per week
Reduce intake of red meat and high-fat dairy products
Lose excess weight if overweight
Exercise regularly with a mix of aerobic activity and strength training
Quit smoking
Limit alcohol intake
Manage stress with sleep, relaxation, and regular physical activity
Control blood sugar if you have diabetes or insulin resistance
Get enough sleep consistently
Follow a heart-healthy eating pattern such as Mediterranean or DASH
Review medications and supplements with a healthcare professional if LDL remains high