How to Find Good Cholesterol Diet Foods

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol are the two types of cholesterol.  The HDL cholesterol works against the LDL cholesterol to help the body clean the plague from building on the artery walls.  The LDL cholesterol causes the artery walls to become clogged and it is bad for your body.

• Consuming foods that have a high amount of soluble fiber can reduce your low density lipoprotein.  Five to ten grams or more of soluble fiber daily, like oatmeal, oat bran, kidney beans, bananas, apples, pears, barley and prunes all will decrease your total LDL cholesterol levels.


• Snacking on nuts and polyunsaturated fatty acids such as walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans and pistachios are known to reduce blood cholesterol.  1.5 ounces of the polyunsaturated fatty acids daily is recommended.


• Using olive oil or canola oil can reduce your LDL without affecting your HDL. They are high in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and they contain good cholesterol. Avocados are also in this group.


• Reduce foods that have animal origins. Egg yolks, shelled seafood, butter and other dairy products that have a lot of cholesterol.


• Eat three to five servings of fruits and vegetables and six servings of whole grains and legumes daily. Green leafy vegetables, broccoli, cabbage, onion, and parsley are full of polyphenois that reduce the risk of heart disease.


• Eat chicken and turkey that is lower in cholesterol.  Some fish are low in cholesterol, mackerel, lake trout, herring, sardines, tuna and salmon have high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids.