Snack on nuts. Drizzle a little olive oil on your salad. Dine on salmon. Nibble some chocolate—guilt free!

These, and more, eating strategies can help lower "bad guy" LDL cholesterol, maintain "good guy" HDL cholesterol, and help you reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke.

What follows are Prevention's choices for the top cholesterol-lowering foods. If you're already eating plenty of them, keep up the good work. If not, begin adding them into your diet today. For best results, remember to include these foods as part of a well-balanced diet and fitness plan.

Internet site reference: http://www.prevention.com