Dr. Monali Desai, a nutrition and weight loss expert, discusses how cholesterol levels can rise during weight loss, particularly on high-fat diets, but generally improve in the long run. She provides a realistic 7-day plan to transition back to healthy eating after indulgence. Strategies include small, manageable changes and attention to hunger cues. Monali emphasizes the ideal meal composition and the importance of planning activities to avoid mindless snacking, making healthy eating sustainable.