H.D.L. cholesterol, or high-density lipoproteins (LIP-oh-pro-
teens), actually carries cholesterol out of the bloodstream. It
is therefore considered the 'good' cholesterol. H.D.L.
cholesterol appears to protect against heart disease because it
carries the smallest amount of cholesterol and the largest
amount of protein of all lipoproteins. H.D.L. cholesterol
removes cholesterol from artery walls to the liver for
expulsion. You can increase your 'good' cholesterol levels by
reducing dietary fats to no more than thirty percent of daily
calories consumed. Avoid red meats, hard cheese, egg yolks, and
other high fat dairy products and desserts. Avoid saturated
fats, such as fried foods, dressings, high-fat snacks, pastries,
chocolate, ice cream, and some candies. Instead, try foods that
are baked, broiled, or steamed; low fat yogurt and other dairy
products; fish or poultry; fruits and vegetables; and other
items made with polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats.
Regular exercise will also increase your H.D.L. ch