Martine was fortunate enough to be alerted to the warning signs of high cholesterol but many Brits fall through the gaps.
According to the research by Flora ProActiv, a third of the UK population said they’ve never had a cholesterol test, as 41 percent assume they are fine and don’t need one.
“It may not seem vital to get cholesterol levels checked, but if you do have a family history of cholesterol like me, you can really make a difference and nip it in the bud,” noted Martine.
How does the star keep cholesterol levels in check?
“My main tip for helping people to lower their cholesterol from what I’ve found through my family is to eat a balanced diet with the ‘good’ fats. You don’t have to cut out fats completely, but just have the good fats.”
Martine’s dietary approach echoes the advice of cholesterol charity Heart UK.