NUTRITION : CONCEPTS + CONTROVERSIES
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Chapter 5, Problem 10SC
Summary Introduction
Interpretation:
LDL a class of lipoprotein delivers triglycerides and cholesterol from the liver to the body’s tissues. Is the statement true or false?
Concept Introduction:
The LDL or low-density lipoproteins are those lipoproteins that help on delivering triglycerides and cholesterol to the cells and tissues of the body. The LDLs are also known as bad cholesterol, which can cause harmful effect in the body.
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