If your doctor has told you to lose a few pounds because your cholesterol is high, you may be frustrated with the new restrictionson your diet. Here's a run-down of cholesterol-lowering diet, to letyou know not only what is bad, but also what you can eat.

First, start a regular exercise program is one of the smartest things you can do. Do at least thirty minutes of aerobic activityevery few days, if you can.

As for food, you may feel like you never would have memorized a list of commands and prohibitions. That's all right. Just remember the basics. Avoid a lot of saturated fat and sugar, and gradually increase your fiber intake (I say "gradually" because of the sudden increase in fiber can make you sick). Here's a run-downof how a person with high cholesterol should handle different types of food.