D. Very-Low-Density Lipoprotein
The very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) is very large and low in density. It transports triglycerides, which are used mainly as a fuel; for example, in exercising muscle. The evidence linking elevated blood triglyceride levels with coronary heart disease is very weak and unclear. Thus, an elevated blood triglyceride level alone is not of importance. Weight reduction or cessation of alcohol intake always causes a marked reduction in triglyceride levels but does not alter LDL cholesterol levels.

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