1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Diet for high cholesterol

Diet for high cholesterol

Hello. I’m a male in my early 20s and I have been gaining a lot of weight. I have been told that one should avoid cholesterol diet to lose weight. Can you please point out the foods that have high cholesterol and I should avoid?

77 Views v

Exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet with less of carbohydrates ...  Read More

Hello. I’m a male in my early 20s and I have been gaining a lot of weight. I have been told that one should avoid cholesterol diet to lose weight. Can you please point out the foods that have high cholesterol and I should avoid?

133 Views v

High fibre, whole grain food, less cholesterol diet, daily moderate grade exercise for 30 min. Maintain BMI <25, MORE OF VEGETABLES AND FRUIT ...  Read More

Require diet chat for high cholesterol and triglycerides, am non vegetarian and i don't consume alcohol.please provide me a good diet chat which can reverse my cholesterol. And also suggest any remedies.

101 Views v

do not eat visible fats, like butter and ghee to reduce triglycerides, cholesterol is presend only in animal fats, so, eat lean chicken and fish, ...  Read More

Pls advice Sir about my diet... I hv recently done my lft test... Sgpt came 74,sgot 46, cholesterol and uric acid is high... Pls advice a good diet chart

254 Views v

Require evaluation for liver disease along with diet and lifestyle modification ...  Read More

I had done my blood test which result following data. Lymphocyte. 30 Monocyte. 03 Eosinophile. 02 In lipid profile: S Cholesterol. 208 HDL. 43 LDL. 156 VLDL. 09 Triglycerides. 46 My age is 27 years and i am vegetarian. I eat very healthy routine diet and i never consume fast food nor i consume alcohol still my cholesterol is high what could be the

...

133 Views v

Eat a lot of fruits and veggies , walk briskly for half an hour daily . Recheck after 3 months . Can wait for medicines ...  Read More

My husband 37 years old. Height 5 feet 6 inches. He has lost ,6 kg after following diet and daily exercise like walking or cycling and surya namaskar. Then now 67.5 kg. Hes been following non oily food, dieting, and walking from 7 months. In February report it showed little decrease. But im June report its showing more. He tries to eat home food o

...

166 Views v

Is he on any medications? If not please start dual lipid lowering medicines as soon as possible. He is having dys-lipidaemia which will require treatment. Only diet control and exercise will not suffi ...  Read More

What diet to follow for a high cholesterol,is the ketogenic diet good for lowering cholesterol? Kindly advise

316 Views v

U r having very high lipids, in addition to diet control u need a tablet also. Ketogenic diet is not good ...  Read More

Which are the top 10 foods to have and to avoid based on south indian food style. Does intermediate fast works for cholesterol and avoiding rice will help improve the health

622 Views v

Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information surely help you. ...  Read More

I have attached my Lipid Profile. Seems like Cholesterol is very high. Need suggestion on diet and any other.

176 Views v

You need to take high fiber low fat followed by detox diet. Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you . ...  Read More

I have high cholesterol I all segment . What I do for this. Diet or workout is sufficient or medicine required.

72 Views v

Take Rosuvastatin 10 mg once daily at night for one month then recheck your lipid profile. ...  Read More

Hi doctors I m 44 year married female. From past one year I have high triglycerides and cholesterol up and down. I was taking rosuvastatin tablet once and then my cholesterol use to come down but not much difference in triglycerides. My physical activity is not that great. I did my last lipid report yesterday it was showing triglycerides - 288 and

...

54 Views v

Triglycerides at 288 are above the healthy range, and your HDL at 34 is a little low too, though your LDL and total cholesterol look fine. Diet and inactivity affect triglycerides more than they affec ...  Read More

Hi Sir, i have Fatty liver and elevated ALT 69.2 and AST 57.2. Cholesterol 247, bad cholesterol 168.9

21 Views v

Your ALT and AST are both above the usual lab range, and a cholesterol of 247 with LDL near 169 is high. Together these usually go along with fatty liver, which often raises liver enzymes and choleste ...  Read More

My fasting blood test shows total cholesterol 256 mg/dL and triglycerides 536 mg/dL. Are these levels dangerous? What additional tests are needed, and do I need medication to reduce them?

36 Views v

Both readings are above the safe range. A total cholesterol of 256 falls in the high category, and a triglyceride level of 536 is very high on its own, high enough that it needs attention regardless o ...  Read More

This is my cholesterol report. I am worried if I have plaque. I am 34. Is it really high? How can I decrease it?” • Total Cholesterol: 267 mg/dL • Triglycerides: 194 mg/dL • HDL Cholesterol: 49 mg/dL • LDL Cholesterol: 179 mg/dL • VLDL Cholesterol: 39 mg/dL • Cholesterol/HDL Ratio: 5.4 • LDL/HDL Ratio: 3.64 • Non-HDL Cholesterol: 218 mg/dL

50 Views v

Plaque formation starts early in life and risk factors like high cholesterol expedite the Plaque growth ...  Read More

Hey My chlosterol level is high and my blood pressure is 150/100. Even I feel discomfort in my left hand side of the stomach sometime. Please go through with it

28 Views v

For pain on left side it might be due to gastritis , kindly avoid tea, coffee spicy food . If pain persist consult gastroenterologist ...  Read More

Hello dr my tgl level aare so high or the basic blood profile is absolutely normal hb 13 lft is normal I was feeling heaviness in my chest which got ok after exercise what should I do my blood is also thick how to lower my lipid

28 Views v

Send me the reports and consult after that. Go for ECG urgently and review at local doctors ...  Read More

32M, seeking General Medicine consult for rising cholesterol/lipid trend + borderline HbA1c. Total Cholesterol: 264 (Nov'25) → 191 (Mar'26) → 239 (Jul'26) LDL: 174 → 123 → 192 Triglycerides: 213 → 209 → 277 HDL: 48 → 33 → 47 HbA1c: 5.7 (Mar'26), 5.7 (Jul'26) — pre-diabetic range, unchanged Vitam

...

58 Views v

Plz connect on proctor. I will definitely help you ...  Read More

Hi, Two yrs before my husband had high cholesterol and had some pain in heart so we did chk and treatment for cholesterol.now again we had a blood test just to chk once..so attached report seems again it's high..can we able to reduce this via food or need treatment..if we can by food pls suggest.i have attached report pls let me know

52 Views v

Very high levels. Of course, he should modify his lifestyle, including eating habits and starting of regular exercise. But he’ll also need medical management for the same. Kindly consult your cardiolo ...  Read More

Hi, Two yrs before my husband had high cholesterol and had some pain in heart so we did chk and treatment for cholesterol.now again we had a blood test just to chk once..so attached report seems again it's high..can we able to reduce this via food or need treatment..if we can by food pls suggest.i have attached report pls let me know

94 Views v

Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance. Feel free to consult me for further assistance. ...  Read More

Hi, I am really worried about my high cholesterol Please can anyone tell me, am I in danger? Last week report Cholesterol: 210 Triglycerides: 232 HDL: 23.30 LDL: 129 VLDL: 46.40 Total cholesterol/ HDL ratio: 9.01 Do i need to take a statin tablet Is it possible to reverse without statin? Am in a dangerous state? I don't have sugar 6 months back whe

...

56 Views v

Cut Down ur weight Get lipoprotein a ...  Read More

Hi, I am really worried about my high cholesterol Please can anyone tell me, am I in danger? Last week report Cholesterol: 210 Triglycerides: 232 HDL: 23.30 LDL: 129 VLDL: 46.40 Total cholesterol/ HDL ratio: 9.01 Do i need to take a statin tablet Is it possible to reverse without statin? Am in a dangerous state? I don't have sugar 6 months back whe

...

46 Views v

Cholesterol is slightly high, Do diet control , regular exercise Plan weight reduction. That would suffice ...  Read More

Hi, I'm 27 years old and I've diagnosed with high cholesterol during casual checkup. Total cholesterol:296 mg/dl , triglycerides:310 and LDL: 208. I do have inactive lifestyle and consume diet full of fat and also have genetic cholesterol issues . My questions are: Am I at the risk of heart attack at the age of 27? Should I start atorvastatin asap

...

76 Views v

This high LDL needs medicines. Meet a cardiologist and start statin ...  Read More

I got my lipid profile test & found it to be suffering from high cholesterol. I'm attaching the report, please check & prescribe medicines for that.

75 Views v

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I got my lipid profile test & found it to be suffering from high cholesterol. I'm attaching the report, please check & prescribe medicines for that.

53 Views v

Need to start Statins and ezetimibe, (if required) ...  Read More

Blood report indicates high triglycerides and high cholesterol levels. Treatment options and whom to consult on top priority

67 Views v

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hello doctor, for the past few days I have been eating too much meat due to Bakrid, now I have done lipid test and the report has come 1)total cholesterol-226 2) triglyceride-188 3)Hdl-46 4)LDl-142 ,should I take statin or how can I reduce it, I am 39 years old. And plz check my echo

66 Views v

Hi, Proper evaluation and personalised advice needed, a detailed consultation would be best. Feel free to consult me for further guidance. ...  Read More

He has fasting sugar 120 and hba1c 6.8 Creatinine 1.12 rest everything normal blood pressure 130 But lipid profile is high Cholestrol 260 Triglyceride 390 HDL 51 LDL 154 VLDL 80 NON HDL 200 Pls suggest what to do

41 Views v

Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Do connect and consult Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Will help you ...  Read More

My hdl cholesterol is 34 mg/dl.My triglycerides are 296mg/dl.Which medicine can be taken. Can high altitude treks be done?

77 Views v

You asked if high-altitude treks can be done with these lipid levels. Having elevated triglycerides alone does not completely ban you from trekking, but high altitudes place massive mechanical and oxy ...  Read More

I have high uric acid and cholesterol levels in my body.i would like to get a diet plan to reduce them

130 Views v

High cholesterol and high uric acid, makes food group choices a bit tricky. Contrary to the fads that one reads....you will not benefit from a high protein, low carb diet. Best would be to meet a nut ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I recently had some blood tests done and wanted your opinion. Here are my key reports: - Total Cholesterol: 246.8 mg/dL (High) - Triglycerides: 106 mg/dL (Normal) - Hemoglobin: 12.6 g/dL (Slightly low) Other tests: - Thyroid (TSH): Normal - Blood Sugar (Fasting & PP): Normal - Liver Function Test: Normal - Kidney Function Test: No

...

48 Views v

No medication required. Lifestyle modification is enough. You can always go for additional tests ...  Read More

Related Topics:

Diet for high cholesterol levels Symptoms of high cholesterol level High cholesterol and low testosterone
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Get unlimited online consultations
Healthy Heart. Happy You.

Healthy Heart. Happy You.

Talk to expert cardiologists

  • Private & Confidential
  • Audio Calls
  • Free follow-ups

The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.

Recently Asked Questions

Cholesterol always High

 90 Views
My cholesterol always high. What is the reason behind it. How we can manage it.

High cholesterol

 219 Views
Hey I'm suffering from high cholesterol since 5 years now Any amount of diet or exercise isn't working ... Read More

High cholesterol

 56 Views
Hey I have been suffering from high cholesterol since 5 years. I have been dieting and exercising 4-5 tim ... Read More

Cholesterol always high

 408 Views
Hey my cholesterol is always high if I'm on a diet then it's always borderline but if I go off diet even ... Read More

Low Cholesterol High Triglycerieds

 183 Views
Have low Cholesterol of 165Total but high triglycerides at 200 can it be controlled via diet and Exercise