What foods are good and bad for my cholesterol levels?

Saturated animal fat is the most potent way of boosting bad cholesterol levels. Certain other foods including eggs have been proven to be less likely to raise blood cholesterol levels.

Surprisingly, avoiding cholesterol-rich foods altogether can contribute to choline deficiency, leading to liver damage. Choline is a B-complex vitamin concentrated in foods such as eggs and liver. A lack of choline can also impair memory and concentration.

Still, meat and dairy products (butter, cheese etc) are the most common culprits for high cholesterol levels. Trimming the fat off meat helps reduce the cholesterol.

Fish oil is most helpful for reducing cholesterol. A German study found that high amounts of fish oil depressed Lp(a) an average of 14 per cent in 35 patients with coronary artery disease. Good fish oil sources are mackerel and sardines. Healtheries Salmon Oil capsules.