Managing Cholesterol Without Medications
| DIET | |
| Reduce: | EXPECTED LDL REDUCTION |
| Saturated and trans fat to less than 10 grams per day | 10% |
| Cholesterol to less than 200mg a day. | |
| Add: | |
| Plant sterols (Benecol & Take Control) | 7-14% |
| Soluble fiber (oats & psyllium) | 5-10% |
| Soy protein | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fats (olive & canola oils) | |
| Garlic - May be helpful (CAUTION: Do not use if on blood thinner) | |
| LIFE STYLE | Can raise HDL portion. (Healthy cholesterol) |
| Stop smoking | |
| Exercise | |
| Weight management |
