Choose foods low in cholesterol

Dietary cholesterol also can raise your blood cholesterol level, although usually not as much as saturated fat. So it is important to choose foods low in dietary cholesterol. Dietary cholesterol is found only in foods that come from animals. Many of these foods are also high in saturated fat. Foods from plant sources do not have cholesterol but can contain saturated fat. To lower the amount of cholesterol in your diet, choose plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lowfat or nonfat dairy products, and moderate amounts of lean meats, skinless poultry, and fish.

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