<prompt> Alcohol mainly increases -TGLDLVLDLHDL  <response>: Ans. is d i.e., HDL Regular intake of small to moderate amounts of alcohol 1-2 drinkshas been found to raise HDL cholesterol levels and decrease LDL oxidation. This may be responsible for 15 - 35 lower incidence of coronary aery disease in such individuals. Risk reduction is greatest in high risk subjects and the protection is lost if 3 drinks are consumed daily. 