Richard has just been told by his physician that he should cut back on the amount of fat in his diet. His physician is MOST likely concerned about the high amount of ____ in Richard's blood.

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Low-density lipoproteins (LDL) are often referred to as "bad" cholesterol. High levels of LDL in the blood can lead to plaque buildup in arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke, which is why a physician might recommend reducing dietary fat to lower LDL levels.

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