Which is correct regarding trans fats?

Question

Select one:
• a. They raise LDL and HDL.
O b. They raise triglycerides and lower LDL.
• c. They raise LDL and lower HDL.
• d. They raise blood pressure.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

• c. They raise LDL and lower HDL.

Trans fats are known to increase low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels, which is considered "bad" cholesterol, and to decrease high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels, which is considered "good" cholesterol.