High cholesterol levels in the blood are mainly caused by eating foods that are not part of a heart-healthy eating pattern. Here are some foods to avoid or limit if you have high cholesterol:

• Red meat: Beef, pork, and lamb are generally high in saturated fat.
• Fried foods: Foods that have been deep-fried, like chicken wings, mozzarella sticks, and onion rings, are among the worst when it comes to cholesterol.
• Processed meats: Processed meats, such as sausages, bacon, and hot dogs, are high in cholesterol and should be limited in your diet.
• Baked goods: Cookies, cakes, and pastries are often made with large quantities of butter and shortening, making them high in cholesterol.

Its important to note that not all high-cholesterol foods are bad for you. For example, eggs are relatively high in cholesterol but dont raise cholesterol levels as much as saturated fats. They are also packed with protein and other nutrients. Here are some foods that can help lower cholesterol levels:

• Plants: Eating plants is going to help because they dont make cholesterol. High fiber content is important because it cleans out your gut, allows you to detoxify, feeds your gut microbiome in a healthy way, and can help prevent cholesterol from absorbing into your bloodstream.
• Healthy fats: Choose nuts, seeds, avocados, olives, and their oils for cooking. Olive oil can help raise the level of your "good" cholesterol (HDL) .
• Fiber: Foods that are high in dietary fiber, particularly soluble fiber, can reduce the amount of bad (LDL) cholesterol in your blood. Include fiber-containing foods in your diet by choosing vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds every day.

Its important to follow a heart-healthy eating pattern that is naturally low in unhealthy fats and high in healthy fats.