11 Magical Foods To Lower Cholesterol

10. Fatty Fish

As we have said before, Americans don't consume enough fish. Eating fish two or three times a week can lower LDL in two ways: by replacing red meat, which has LDL-boosting saturated fats, and by delivering LDL-lowering omega-3 fats. Omega-3s reduce triglycerides in the bloodstream and also protect the heart by helping prevent the occurrence of abnormal heart rhythms.