[header] How to lower arterial cholesterol [title] Cut out bad fat sources. [step] Trans fat and saturated fat are the worst forms of fat, as they carry the highest risk of heart disease. Saturated fat is one of the biggest sources of cholesterol in many people's diets. 
Reducing or eliminating your intake of trans and saturated fats can help significantly reduce your cholesterol levels, when combined with other dietary and lifestyle changes. [substeps] Common sources of saturated fat include red meat, poultry, and full-fat dairy products.