Food for the Heart

The foods people eat can play a major role in increasing or alleviating high blood cholesterol. Here are tips for heart-healthy eating from the Southcoast Health System:

• Eat fewer foods high in saturated fat and cholesterol
• Buy skim or low-fat milk, low-fat yogurt, and reduced-fat cheeses
• Consume more fish and poultry
• Trim fat from meat
• Limit egg yolks; substitute 2 egg whites for 1 whole egg
• Use less salt and fat; season food with herbs and spices instead of using sauces, gravies, and butter