Q. A 55-year-old man visits his primary care provider for a regular check-up. He has a body mass index of 33 kg/m2 and reports no regular exercise, preferring sedentary activities. He admits that his diet mainly consists of high-fat and high-sugar foods. Blood tests reveal that his triglyceride levels are significantly elevated. A medical student observing the appointment is asked about which lipoprotein primarily carries triglycerides from the liver to peripheral tissues. What is the answer?