1. Fill up on fibre

This important food component is a great help when it comes to lowering cholesterol.

Some fibres are better than others – such as water-soluble options like oat bran, psyllium seeds, guar gum or pectin.

These form a gel that binds bile and cholesterol in the gut to allow for excretion as part of your bowel motions. They have also been found to decrease the bad (LDL) cholesterol and improve the levels of good (HDL) cholesterol.

2. Go garlic

Garlic may have a mild cholesterol-lowering effect. Include garlic in your diet wherever possible. Raw, chopped or crushed garlic can be taken daily on a spoon. It can help to mix it with honey to help take the edge off.

3. Clever vegies

Vegetarian diets have been found to be effective in lowering cholesterol. Consider going vego as a short-term plan (say for 3-6 months) when you need to be intensive about lowering cholesterol levels.

Increasing the amount of fresh vegetables you consume will support your general health by supplying the body with a range of important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Remember to firstly get advice or do some research on how to eat a balanced vegetarian diet.  

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