Cholesterol Content

If you have risk factors for heart disease, you should not consume more than 200 mg of cholesterol a day.

If you do not have risk factors for heart disease, you should limit your cholesterol intake to no more than 300 mg a day.

Use the table above to check the cholesterol content of the foods you eat.  This will help you keep track of your daily cholesterol intake.

NOTE:  Cholesterol is only found in animal products.  Fruits, vegetables, grains and all other plant foods do not have any cholesterol at all.

THIS INFORMATION IS FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO REPLACE THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER.  I ENCOURAGE YOU TO DISCUSS WITH YOUR DOCTOR ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS YOU MAY HAVE.