With regard to alcohol use, the "French Paradox" refers to:
A) Despite high levels of alcohol consumption, the French have the lowest rates of fetal alcohol syndrome.
B) Despite high levels of alcohol consumption combined with poor diet, the French have unexpectedly low rates of cirrhosis.
C) Despite high levels of alcohol consumption, French women have the lowest rates of breast cancer in the world.
D) Despite French diets rich in saturated fats, consumption of moderate red wine may lead to relatively low cholesterol levels.

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The French Paradox is the observation that despite a diet high in saturated fats and cholesterol, the French have relatively low rates of cardiovascular disease. One proposed explanation for this is the consumption of moderate amounts of red wine, which contains compounds that can lower cholesterol levels and improve cardiovascular health.

With Regard to Alcohol Use, the "French Paradox" Refers To