What are the main differences between saturated, monounsaturated, polyunsaturated, and trans fats regarding cardiovascular risk?

• A. Saturated fats raise LDL and CV risk; monounsaturated fats worsen lipid profiles when replacing saturated fats.
• B. Saturated fats raise LDL and CV risk; trans fats lower LDL.
• C. Saturated and trans fats raise LDL and CV risk; monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats improve or maintain lipid profiles when replacing saturated fats.
• D. Polyunsaturated fats raise LDL and CV risk.

Answer: (C)