What is the primary reason that monounsaturated fats are recommended over polyunsaturated fats?
A) They do not lower HDL-cholesterol levels as polyunsaturated fats do.
B) They taste better.
C) They raise blood iron levels.
D) They lower LDL-cholesterol levels better than polyunsaturated fats do.
E) They are the main type of lipid in fish.
A
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