Trans-fat is generally considered to be bad for human health because it lowers the level of:

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HDL. Trans-fat is generally considered to be bad for human health because is lowers the level of 'HDL' and increases the level of 'harmful' LDL. HDL - high density lipoprotein- it considered as good cholesterol, as high level of HDL protects against heart attack and Stroke. It brings back cholesterol to the liver. Excess of LDL cholestered circulating in the blood can slowly form plaque, which blocks blood flow and form a clot. The formation of a clot or lumps in the blood vessels near the heart can cause heart attack. That is why LDL is considered as bad cholesterol.

Trans-fat is generally considered to be bad for human health because it lowers the level of:

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