Tips to Control Cholesterol

Some things that affect your cholesterol you have control over. Put these healthy lifestyle guidelines into use to elevate your HDLs (good cholesterol) and decrease the LDLs (bad cholesterol), along with keeping your heart healthy.



  • Cut back on fatty foods.



  • Lose a few pounds.



  • Exercise every day. Okay, every other day.



  • Stop smoking.



  • Drink in moderation.




Your diet matters when it comes to your cholesterol numbers. To help control your cholesterol by eating healthy, go with the American Heart Association’s 30-10-300 food plan:



  • No more than 30 percent of your total daily calories from fat



  • No more than 10 percent of your total daily calories from saturated fat



  • No more than 300 mg cholesterol a day











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