Which Type of Fat, Often the Main Ingredient in Margarine

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which type of fat, often the main ingredient in margarine, has been implicated in the development of certain heart diseases?

• A) triglycerides
• B) trans fatty acids
• C) cholesterol
• D) oils
• E) waxes

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