A blood test showed that Tom's level of low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) is 210 mg/dl. What is the potential health implication of this condition?
A. Tom has an increased risk of atherosclerosis.
B. Tom has a decreased risk of atherosclerosis.
C. Tom should adopt a very low fat diet (less than 10% of total energy).
D. Tom should keep his consumption of trans fats to less than 7% of total energy.
Answer: A
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