How to Lower Your Cholesterol

Key Information:

• You Are in Control: Managing high cholesterol can feel overwhelming, but you can picture it as a personal “Control Panel” with five levers you can adjust to steer your health in the right direction.
• Diet:
  • Turn Down Saturated Fat: Reduce fatty meats, butter, cream, and processed foods (biscuits, cakes, pastries).
  • Turn Up Fibre & Healthy Fats: Eat more fruit, vegetables, oats, and wholegrains. Swap to unsaturated fats like olive oil, nuts, and seeds.
• Exercise: Moving more helps your body clear “bad” cholesterol. You don’t need to be an athlete—brisk walking or taking the stairs is enough to pull this lever.
• Smoking: Smoking lowers “good” cholesterol and makes “bad” cholesterol stickier. Stopping is the most powerful change you can make.
• Alcohol: Cutting back on alcohol helps your liver remove bad cholesterol more efficiently. Try adding more drink-free days to your week.