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Q: what foods should I avoid in order to lower cholesterol and what foods are recommended to eat
Hi Kjell,
The most effective diet changes are dependent on your cholesterol numbers, such as LDL, HDL, and triglycerides. However, here are fundamental diet changes that support lower cholesterol levels.
The first step to lower cholesterol is to replace saturated and trans fats in your diet with heart healthy unsaturated fats.
Next, increase dietary fiber intake, especially soluble fiber.
If your triglycerides are high, check out this article - Triglycerides: Why they matter and how to lower them. They require a slightly different approach.
Consider increasing the omega 3 fatty acids in your diet - Top 5 Omega 3 Sources to Lower Cholesterol.
You can learn more about a diet to lower cholesterol here.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
8 Essential Steps to Lower Cholesterol Naturally
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