triglyceride

noun

tri·glyc·er·ide (ˌ)trī-ˈgli-sə-ˌrīd

: any of a group of lipids that are esters formed from one molecule of glycerol and three molecules of one or more fatty acids, are widespread in adipose tissue, and commonly circulate in the blood in the form of lipoproteins

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Alcohol consumption increases overall calorie intake and can raise levels of certain fats known as triglycerides, which in high quantities have been associated with fatty buildup on artery walls. —

Nina Agrawal, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2025 High-carb foods can help regulate your blood sugar and insulin, improve your cholesterol and triglyceride metabolism, and aid in digestive health. —

Johna Burdeos, Health, 8 Jan. 2025 Summary Fish oil supplements may be recommended for heart health, lowering triglycerides, or other reasons. —

Karen Berger, Pharmd, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2025 When a person has a fatty liver, fats called triglycerides abnormally accumulate inside liver cells, enlarging the liver. —

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