Extra lean pork, for example, has a fat content equivalent to that of chicken. Check labels carefully, however. Some are actually still quite high in fat. Note on garlic. Studies conflict on the benefits of garlic, but it contains allicin, which may affect cholesterol production.
Nuts are very high in calories, however.
All fried chips, oil-popped or buttered popcorn, packaged chip dips, olives, salted nuts and seeds. Sugar itself does not raise cholesterol, but sweets should be limited because they can lead to weight gain, another heart disease risk. Asian and Indian restaurants usually have food available that is broiled or stir-fried and low in saturated fat. Be sure to ask. Many Asian restaurants will also prepare food without monosodium glutamate upon request.