Avoid fried foods. Remove skin from chicken before cooking. Limit dairy products with high fat content, such as whole milk and sour cream. Skim milk and low fat cheeses are good alternatives. Three to five servings of vegetables and two to four servings of fruit each day will not only lower cholesterol but may also decrease the risk of certain cancers.
Exercise is another part of a low-cholesterol lifestyle.
Regular exercise lowers cholesterol and promotes weight loss. It also reduces stress and lowers blood pressure. High blood pressure is an additional risk factor for heart attacks. Before beginning an exercise program, it's a good idea to discuss your plan with a physician. Diet, weight reduction and exercise are not the only components of a low cholesterol lifestyle.