Suggestions for Lowering Your Cholesterol

Suggestions for lowering cholesterol include:

1. Reduce the use of saturated fats (fats which are solid at room temperature)
2. Reduce the amount of cholesterol (animal foods) in the diet.
3. Add soluble fibre, such as found in oats, beans (legumes), fruits and vegetables
4. Make sure you are not eating more calories than you need
5. Reduce your weight, if overweight
6. Sugar and saturated fats eaten together increase blood cholesterol levels more than when eaten alone
7. Check out your stress management skills
8. Don't smoke
9. Consider enrolling in the Free Health Courses on offer.

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