text: high cholesterol? is there any over the counter pill i can use to help lower/balance my cholestrol? hi -   well, first, a few facts:  cholesterol in your diet can only come from animal products.  so that means meats, seafoods (especially shrimp and shellfish), eggs, dairy, etc.  if you limit these foods, and increase your intake of fruits, veggies and whole grains, it's likely you will see a positive result  :)  now, onto your question.  it's been seen that niacin can have some lowering effect on cholesterol, and some believe garlic supplements can help (both have mixed results in clinical studies).  either way, nothing over the counter will have nearly the effect that a statin would have.  your md or rd will be able to tell you best what will work for you and your lifestyle.