Finding out that you have highcholesterolcan leave you with many questions: How did this happen?
What should I eat?
How do Ilower high cholesterol?
With more than half of all Americans diagnosed with high cholesterol, it’s a common issue.
But that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be taken seriously.
High cholesterol levels are one of the many factors that increase your risk for heart disease.
How We Create Meal Plans
Registered dietitians thoughtfully createEatingWellsmeal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious.
What Causes High Cholesterol?
you might blame a mix of genetics, diet and lifestyle for your high cholesterol.
Higher body weight, lack of exercise, smoking and nutrition can all play a role.
See More:What you better Know About Your Cholesterol Levels
What Are Some High Cholesterol Symptoms?
Unfortunately, high cholesterol is a silent disease, which means it has no symptoms.
High cholesterol can lead to chest pain, stroke or heart attack if untreated.
Instead, go for leaner white meat like chicken and turkey andplant-based proteinoptions like tofu and beans.
Up Your Fiber Intake
Increasing your fiber intake can help lower your cholesterol.
We do this for you in the meal plan below.
Day 1
Breakfast (255 calories)
A.M.
Snack (59 calories)
Lunch (325 calories)
P.M. To make it 2,000 calories:Add 1 slice whole-wheat toast with 112 Tbsp.
slice of whole-wheat baguette to dinner.
Day 2
Breakfast (274 calories)
A.M.
Snack (64 calories)
Lunch (305 calories)
P.M. To make it 2,000 calories:IncreaseMaple Granolato 1/3 cup and add 1 slice whole-wheat toast with 112 Tbsp.
Meal-Prep Tip:Prepare 1 serving ofDate & Pine Nut Overnight Oatmealto have for breakfast tomorrow.
Day 3
Breakfast (281 calories)
A.M.
Snack (101 calories)
P.M. corn tortilla chips to dinner.
Day 4
P.M. To make it 2,000 calories:Add 1 slice whole-wheat toast and 112 Tbsp.
container nonfat plain Greek yogurt to P.M. snack.
Day 5
A.M.
Snack (41 calories)
P.M. ## Day 6
A.M.
Snack (83 calories)
Lunch (304 calories)
P.M. ## Day 7
A.M.
Snack (30 calories)
