Layla loves to cook, but she's concerned about the effects that certain dietary lipids may have on her health. She wants to prepare foods with fats and oils that are naturally low in trans fats and saturated fatty acids and high in monounsaturated fatty acids. Based on this information, which of the following foods should she select?

A. Olive oil
B. Butter fat
C. Cocoa butter
D. Coconut oil


Answer: A

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