Fibre and cholesterol are connected mainly through certain soluble fibres.
Some soluble fibres become viscous in the gut. They can interact with bile acids, which are made from cholesterol and used in digestion. This is one reason fibres like psyllium husk and oat beta-glucan are often discussed in heart health diets. The effect depends on the fibre type, dose, diet pattern and individual health status.
For Indian meals, the practical lesson is broader than one ingredient. Add dal, beans, oats, vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds. Reduce the habit of low fibre refined snacks. Choose whole foods more often. A heart conscious plate should not be only low oil. It should also be fibre rich.
Do not use fibre as a replacement for prescribed cholesterol medicines. If you are on medication, ask your doctor about fibre supplements and timing. Psyllium, for example, should not be taken too close to certain medicines unless advised.
Read packaged food labels carefully. A food can claim fibre and still carry excess sugar, salt or poor fats.
Fibre supports a better dietary pattern. For cholesterol conversations, the type of fibre matters, but the whole lifestyle still matters more.
For medical conditions, use this as food education and keep personal targets with your clinician.