The health issue related to cis- and trans-fatty acids is

a. cis-fatty acids increase the risk of heart disease.
b. trans-fatty acids reduce the risk of heart disease.
c. cis-fatty acids reduce the risk of heart disease.
d. trans-fatty acids increase the risk of heart disease.


d

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