Cholesterol too high: Pimples on the face can be a sign. What you eat has a huge impact on your cholesterol levels.

Saturated fatty acids, which are found in most meat products, whole dairy products, convenience foods, and baked goods such as cakes and cookies, increase ‘harmful’ LDL cholesterol. foods rich in unsaturated fatty. acids and omega-3 fatty acids such as those found in vegetables, nuts, olive oil and fish help lower cholesterol. levels. It is recommended that you have your cholesterol level checked regularly by a doctor.