triglyceride

noun

tri·​glyc·​er·​ide (ˌ)trī-ˈgli-sə-ˌrīd How to pronounce triglyceride (audio)
: 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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While cardamom lowers triglycerides, its effects on cholesterol are less clear.8 These results are promising, but other research shows mixed results. Johna Burdeos, Health, 25 Nov. 2024 Researchers found that ginger significantly reduced LDL and triglyceride numbers and increased beneficial high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024 Kakadu plum, safflower, triglycerides Size: 1.69 fl. oz. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024 Supplements like omega-3s can help tackle issues like high cholesterol, triglycerides, and inflammation. Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 31 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for triglyceride 

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First Known Use

1860, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of triglyceride was in 1860

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“Triglyceride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/triglyceride. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

triglyceride

noun
tri·​glyc·​er·​ide (ˈ)trī-ˈglis-ə-ˌrīd How to pronounce triglyceride (audio)
: 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

called also neutral fat

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