10 Natural Cholesterol Lowerers

Focus on monounsaturated fats

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Use polyunsaturated fats, especially omega-3s

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Avoid trans fat

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Soluble fiber.

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Exercise

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Stay fit.

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Avoid smoking.

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Moderate drinking

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Plant sterols and stanols

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Try vitamins.

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