Lobster is quite high in cholesterol. For your carpaccio, perhaps try using salmon or tuna which have roughly half the cholesterol content of lobster; additionally, the Omega-3 fatty acids in salmon aid in overall cholesterol reduction. As another cold-water fish high in Omega-3 fatty acids, trout is an excellent choice. Good call on staying right away from shrimp which has cholesterol through the roof. Other heart-healthy fish choices are snapper, cod, halibut and mackerel. Certain plant foods such as soy (tofu et al) and those with soluble fiber (cruciferous vegetables as Genny mentioned, apricots, beans) have been shown to actually lower cholesterol. ← Ill try to steer away from the lobster then...