Cholesterol levels can be kept in the normal range by eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly.

Avoid foods that contain a lot of cholesterol like meats and egg yellow. Eat egg whites instead of whole eggs.

Avoid fried foodstuff especially snacks and fast foods.

Eat more of fresh fruits, grains, vegetables and salads avoiding oil-based dressings, which can be substituted with vinegar or lemon-based dressings.

Cook vegetables with herbs or spices instead of cooking oil or ghee.

Use low-fat dairy products like skimmed milk, low-fat yogurt or cottage cheese instead of cream or processed cheese.

Use oils like sunflower, safflower, olive or corn oil. Avoid palm or coconut oil.

It is important to eat the right foods (low cholesterol) to keep a healthy weight.

Eat less fat especially saturated fats, generally obtained from animal sources.