A standard cholesterol test, also known as a lipid panel, measures your total cholesterol along with HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. This is recommended at least once every three years starting at age 40, and sooner and/or more often for some people.

Plant sterols are a group of compounds found in many different types of plants. Research has found that taking 2 g per day of plant sterols can lower the levels of LDL cholesterol by up to 10%.

The combination of Sterol, Beta-Glucan, and ALA can be a synergistic approach to managing cholesterol levels and promoting overall cardiovascular well-being.

Join Dr. Kyle and Ruth as they suggest healthier alternatives to the common snacks that we all know and love. Learn how to pick out healthier options and why it is important to snack wisely!

Besides medications and lifestyle changes, there are some healthy foods that you can incorporate into your diet that have been shown to lower cholesterol levels as well. These foods tend to be high in insoluble fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, phytosterols as well as plant stanols.