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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While cardamom lowers triglycerides, its effects on cholesterol are less clear.8 These results are promising, but other research shows mixed results.
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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
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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
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“Triglyceride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/triglyceride. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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triglyceride
noun
tri·glyc·er·ide
(ˈ)trī-ˈglis-ə-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
called also neutral fat
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