8 Ways to Raise HDL (Good) Cholesterol
Learn how the good kind of cholesterol (HDL) lowers the bad kind (LDL). By RealAge
Skip Bad-for-You Fat
Cut back on foods high in saturated and trans fats. These unhealthy fats raise bad LDL cholesterol, boost inflammation, and damage blood vessels. Trans fats also reduce HDL. Cut down on saturated fat by eating less meat and full-fat dairy. Aim for no more than 7% of your daily calories from saturated fat. Avoid trans fats by skipping processed food like cookies, crackers, margarines, or any product containing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils (aka, trans fats). Raise your HDL with this cholesterol-friendly shopping list.
