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Replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated or omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids lowers A. the risk for diabetes. B. HDL cholesterol. C. the risk of heart attack. D. LDL cholesterol.

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Lowers the risk of heart attack and LDL cholesterol.
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Healthier fats include monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats (omega-3 and omega-6). Replacing saturated fats with monounsaturated or omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids lowers the risk of heart attack and the LDL cholesterol. Correct answer: C and D.Sources of monounsaturated fat include: avocados , almonds, cashews and peanuts , cooking oils made from plants or seeds. Sources of polyunsaturated fat (both omega-3 and omega-6) include: fish , tahini (sesame seed spread) , linseed (flaxseed) and chia seeds...

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