If you suspect you may have high cholesterol, one of the most beneficial things you can do is change your diet and exercise habits, according to MayoClinic.com. If the person with high cholesterol is a family member or friend, you can arm yourself with information about healthy ways of eating to further your role as a support person. Keep in mind that while adopting healthy lifestyle habits can positively impact your health, or the health of a loved one, free diet plans are not a proper substitute for regular screenings and advice from your doctor.
Step 1
Attend a free health fair in your community. Get a cholesterol screening at this event and talk with the practitioner about the results. Ask for free information and pamphlets about reducing your cholesterol through diet. Don't use a health fair as a replacement for a cholesterol screening and regular follow-up care from your doctor.
Step 2
Contact your health insurance company and determine if they offer free preventative services, including cholesterol screenings. Make an appointment with your doctor or the free medical care provider recommended by your insurance company and talk about the best ways of eating to control your cholesterol. If your agency does not offer free screenings, check if it offers a free nurse hotline you can call with health-related questions. Talk to the nurse about diet and cholesterol.
Step 3
Consult the American Heart Association website and read their guidelines for a heart-healthy diet. Combine this with information from the MayoClinic.com's high cholesterol diet tips.
Step 4
Talk with friends and family members who have successfully lowered their cholesterol through diet and ask the them about their way of eating. Cook meals or go grocery shopping together or meet regularly to share tips and recipes.
Step 5
Join an online support group or forum for people with high cholesterol such as eHealthForum.com. Read the posts about diet and exercise to determine how others have successfully lowered their cholesterol.
