Correct Answer - Option 3 : HDL
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) is considered “good cholesterol”.
Cholesterol:
Cholesterol is a type of fat found in our blood. More cholesterol in our body means that it can float around in the blood and can clog the blood vessels which can cause cardiac arrest.
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High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
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1. HDL cholesterol picks up excess cholesterol floating in our blood and takes it to our liver where it is broken down and removed from our body.
2. It is called Good Cholesterol.
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Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL)
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1. LDL makes up most of our body’s cholesterol. A high level of LDL can lead to a build-up of cholesterol in arteries.
2. Sometimes, a clot can also be formed leading to a high risk of stroke/heart attack in adults.
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Triglyceride
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1. Triglyceride is a type of fat (lipid) and is a major source of energy for food.
2. High level of Triglyceride can harden the arteries or it can thicken the artery walls which increases the risk of stroke and heart disease.
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Fatty Acids
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1. During digestion, the body breaks down fats into fatty acids.
2. Fatty acids are the building blocks of the fat in our bodies. When glucose (as an energy source) is not available in the body, fatty acid is used by the body to provide energy.
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