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Reduce Dietary Cholesterol

Reduce Dietary Cholesterol

Dietary cholesterol is found only in foods of animal origin. By reducing your total intake of fats, especially trans-fats and saturated fats, you will automatically reduce the quantity of cholesterol in your diet. Your doctor or dietitian can tell you how much dietary cholesterol you can include in your meal plan.

Keep in mind that healthy diet is very important, but be flexible; compensate for indulgences in your meal plan by eating less fat and smaller portions in your next meal. Put this advice into practice even when you go out for a meal.

Be sure to recognize your accomplishments and make a note of where you still want to improve. Focus on a positive and set realistic goals.

Try to record what you eat and drink, with portion sizes, because that will help you to calculate how much of each ingredient you ate.

Beware of hidden fats: crackers, cookies, croissants, danishes, doughnuts and pastries, cold cuts, breaded or battered foods and convenience meals often contain a high proportion of fat.

Use less margarine, butter, oil, mayonnaise, rich sauces and salad dressings; look for brands that are either lower in fat or fat-free.

Have healthy snacks!

Here are some snack suggestions:
- Raw vegetables and low-fat yogurt dip
- Baked kale or zucchini chips
- Red bell pepper with cottage cheese
- Baked banana chips
- Whole wheat breadsticks
- Dried or fresh fruits,
- Fruit leather
- Low-fat fruit yogurt
- Carrots and hummus

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Did You Know?

Cholesterol is an important component of cell membranes, sex hormones, the fluid that coats the lungs, vitamin D, and the protective sheats around nerves.
High triglyceride levels are a reliable predictor of heart disease, especially if associated with other risk factors, such as low HDL levels, obesity and diabetes.
A sedentary lifestyle is a known major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
For people with borderline high or slightly increased triglycerride levels, increased physical activity, reduced intake of added sugars and starches, and weight reduction can help bring levels down into the healthy range.

Related Info:
Cholesterol Content of Commonly Used Foods
Triglycerides
Meat & Meatless Cooking
Making Change
About Fats
Fat Facts
Low Fat Diet
Fat and Fibre Tips
Fat Scoreboard
Test Your Fat I.Q.
Set Your Goals
Eating Well
Healthy Eating
DASH Eating Plan
Watch Your Salt
Learn How to Season Your Food Without Salt
Start Cooking
Did You Know?
Diet and Eating Out
Take the Quiz
Healthy Eating Recipes
Heart Disease

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