What can I add in my diet to lower my cholesterol level?

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  1. Dr. John La Puma
     
    Dr. John La Puma answered:
    Easiest first steps: add 23 almonds and subtract chips and crackers (160 calories).  Average LDL drop is 14%.

    Easiest second steps: eat a high fiber, low sugar breakfast...steel cut oats will work.  Average LDL drop varies: 5% to 15% in practice.

    Easiest third step: add an omega-3 fatty acid (fish oil or krill oil) supplement: raise your HDL 2-5%.
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