Sometimes called "good cholesterol," ________ carry excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues to the liver.

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High-density lipoproteins (HDLs) are known as "good cholesterols" because they transport excess cholesterol from peripheral tissues such as the arteries back to the liver, where it can be broken down and excreted from the body. This can help lower the risk of heart disease. Very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDLs), low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), and intermediate-density lipoproteins (IDLs) are all considered "bad cholesterols" because they can contribute to the buildup of plaque in the arteries. Very-high-density lipoproteins (VHDLs) is not a known term.

Sometimes Called "Good Cholesterol," ________ Carry Excess Cholesterol from Peripheral