What substance is not soluble in water, is derived from animal-based foods and synthesized by the body, and while circulating in the blood, can accumulate on the inner walls of arteries and restrict blood flow?

A) cholesterol

B) high-density lipoproteins

C) triglycerides

D) saturated fat

D) saturated fat

Explanation:

Saturated fat -

It is a form of fat, where saturation is present, i. e., presence of single bonds, it is a type of very unhealthy fat.

Butter, red meat, coconut oils and palm are rich in saturated fat, and are mostly in solid state at room temperature.

These fats often tends to be collected in the walls of arteries, and, can act as a restriction to the flow of blood.

Hence, the correct option for the given information of the question is saturated fat.