A patient's lipid profile shows elevated total cholesterol and LDL. The nurse recommends which nutrition interventions to help the patient manage his cholesterol?

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A patient's lipid profile shows elevated total cholesterol and LDL. The nurse recommends which nutrition interventions to help the patient manage his cholesterol?​

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Consuming less saturated fat is a recommended intervention for managing elevated total cholesterol and LDL levels. Eating less fiber, consuming less polyunsaturated fat, eating more protein, and consuming more trans fats are not recommended interventions for managing cholesterol.

A Patient's Lipid Profile Shows Elevated Total Cholesterol and LDL