How can I cut the cholesterol in my diet?
You don’t need to eat any foods that contain cholesterol. Your body makes all the cholesterol you need. Eating too much cholesterol-rich food may raise your blood cholesterol. Only foods from animal sources contain cholesterol. Foods high in cholesterol include meats, especially organ meats, egg yolks, and whole-milk products. In addition, many of the same foods are high in fat and saturated fat. So limit how often you eat these foods and the amount that you eat. Here are some tips for cutting back on the amount of cholesterol that you eat. • Eat no more than 3 whole eggs per week. • Use 2 egg whites instead of a whole egg. • Switch from whole-milk products to low-fat or nonfat versions over time. It might take a while to adjust to the taste. But gradually you can make the change from whole milk to 2% to 1% to nonfat, and the change will be easier this
