Reducing total dietary fat, which usually lowers the amount of saturated fat and cholesterol in teh diet, can lower blood cholesterol levels. Lowering blood cholesterol can reduce the risk of heart disease. Increasing exercise, stopping smoking, and eating less fat contribute to a lowered risk for heart disease. To reduce your dietary risk of heart disease, use this brochure as your guide to a healthier diet. It contributes to total blood cholesterol.
Most saturated fats raise blood cholesterol.
Choosing these fats may help reduce blood cholesterol, but increase the risk of cancer. Choosing these fats may help reduce blood cholesterol. Studies show that eating fish containing omega-3 fatty acids may lower blood cholesterol and protect against cancer. HDLs and LDLs are lipoproteins that transport cholesterol in the bloodstream. Ahigh level of HDLs may mean decreased risk of coronary heart disease.