Cook small potatoes whole-if some are much larger than others, cut those in half so all will cook evenly. Boil gently for about 6 minutes and then test with a fork-they should be tender, not too firm and not mushy.
While on a cholesterol-lowering diet, be sure to avoid animal fats and marbled meats. 3. While on a triglyceride lowering diet, be sure to avoid sweets and to control the amount. of carbohydrates you eat (starchy foods such as flour, bread, and potatoes).
Foods high in soluble fiber, like oatmeal, beans and peas, barley, and many fruits and vegetables (such as apples, oranges, and carrots) are now recommended to help lower cholesterol levels. As you may know, there are two types of cholesterol-HDL or good cholesterol and LDL or bad cholesterol.