Lower Saturated Fat & Cholesterol: Dietary Changes for Heart Health

To reduce your intake of saturated fat and cholesterol, you can make the following changes to your diet:

- Choose lean protein sources, such as fish, chicken, and beans.

- Avoid processed meats, such as bacon, sausage, and hot dogs.

- Limit your intake of red meat, such as beef, pork, and lamb.

- Choose low-fat dairy products, such as skim milk, 1% milk, and fat-free yogurt.

- Avoid full-fat dairy products, such as whole milk, cream, and butter.

- Choose plant-based oils, such as olive oil, canola oil, and avocado oil.

- Avoid saturated fats, such as lard, coconut oil, and palm oil.

- Limit your intake of cholesterol-rich foods, such as eggs, shellfish, and liver.

- Choose whole grains over refined grains.

- Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

- Limit your intake of sugary drinks, such as soda, juice, and sports drinks.

- Choose water over sugary drinks.

- Talk to your doctor about cholesterol-lowering medications, if necessary.