It can be seem challenging at times to achieve normal cholesterol levels. Many people are not successful at lowing their cholesterol levels because they simply didn't know where to start. However, by learning how to make some dietary and exercise changes, it should be possible to achieve normal cholesterol levels in little to no time at all. It is important to make some dietary changes. The only way you will be able to make these dietary changes is if you compile a large variety of foods shown to lower cholesterol. It is important that you take the time to try as many low cholesterol foods as possible in order to find the ones that you like the best. Compile a list of potential low cholesterol food by getting personal recommendations and reading online reviews. You can typically ask a friend, co-worker or family member who has found a good low cholesterol diet to give you some pointers. If you can not find a personal recommendation or would simply like to expand your potential list of foods, take the time to fill the gap by looking at online reviews. Make a note of which foods you like so that you can develop a repertoire of low cholesterol foods. Once you have a variety of low cholesterol foods that you like, it shouldn't be too tempting to revert back to your previous diet. Apply yourself to an exercise schedule. An exercise schedule is so important because exercise is an integral part of helping to lower your cholesterol levels. High cholesterol levels can be caused by an excessive amount of fat in the body. By exercising and restricting yourself to a healthier diet, you can help your body burn more calories than it takes in, allowing you to lose fat in the process. Try a variety of different types of exercise until you find one that you enjoy By learning how to achieve normal cholesterol levels, it should be possible to live a healthier life style if you apply yourself over a long period of time. Persistence is the most important aspect to consider when you are trying to lower your cholesterol