5 silent signs of high cholesterol one might miss

“Eat better, exercise more” (which are correct) but they are very common, but here are some deeper steps:

Choose fibre-rich Indian staples: Include oats, bran, lentils, beans and seasonal vegetables. Soluble fibre helps lower LDL.
Swap not only fats but cooking oils: Instead of repeated deep-frying in old oil, use fresh oil (e.g., small quantity of mustard/groundnut + a dash of olive for finishing).
Mind the “metabolic invisible” factor: Even slim people may carry internal risk. Get a lipid panel at least every 4-6 years, or sooner if you have family history.
Limit sedentary patches: If your work involves sitting, stand up and walk 5-10 minutes every hour. Movement assists HDL (“good cholesterol”) to do its job.
Sleep and stress matter: Poor sleep and chronic stress disturb lipid metabolism. Make time for 7-8 hours sleep and simple stress-relief (walks, breathing).
Use food patterns, not guilt: Make half your plate ‘plant,’ vegetables + lentils + whole grains, and the rest lean protein/healthy fats. That shift beats short-term “dieting”.

If lifestyle isn’t enough, medical discussion is valid: Sometimes, medication is required, especially if levels are very high or other risk factors exist.