You just came from a check up and your doctor has told you that you have high cholesterol level. It can lead to dangerous health problems including strokes and heat disease. What should be your next step to avoid bad health problem?

There are some guidelines that should be followed for dealing with high cholesterol problem in the body. In many cases, people with high cholesterol level can deal with it without taking any medicine. This saves them from the unwanted medical expenses.

Your diet is the first level of fighting with cholesterol. Unhealthy food are the reason for fat and cholesterol, therefore you should limit their intake. Meats and dairy products contain high level of cholesterol. Eat lean cuts of meat and increase the intake of chicken & fish. You should avoid eating friend and commercially prepared food. Increase the intake of vegetables, cereals, bread and fruits. Make sure that the cooking oil you are using has high level of unsaturated fat like olive and canola oils.

Another way to deal with the problem is weight loss. But, do it gradually. A sudden loss in weight can invite other health problems. A drop in 5-10 pounds can reduce your LDL level.

Regular exercising is a crucial factor in fighting with cholesterol problem. Take a 30 minute walk 3-4 times every week. This will have drastic impact on your cholesterol level. But discuss the exercise programs with doctor or get is approved from your physician before starting.

Prescribed medicines also help in maintaining healthy cholesterol level. Intake of Statins once or twice every day will be good for the body. You can combine other medicines with Statins for dealing with high cholesterol levels. Discuss about the medication with your physician to find out if there are any side effects.

If you are still free from the problem of high cholesterol, follow a non medication lifestyle. This will prevent you from suffering from the problem in near future.