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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Those include blood glucose levels, blood pressure, waist circumference, cholesterol profile (the body's levels of triglycerides, a type of harmful fat found in the blood), and high-density lipoprotein (a beneficial cholesterol-carrying molecule). —

Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 7 Feb. 2025 Blood samples were taken from each participant at baseline, and HDL-C, LDL-C, total cholesterol (TC), and triglyceride (TG) levels were measured. —

Paul McClure 05, New Atlas, 5 Feb. 2025 Provides a Quick Source of Energy Coconut oil is rich in medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a fat that is easier for your body to digest. —

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Rdn, Ld, Health, 4 Feb. 2025 Omega 3s — healthy fatty acids commonly found in fish or chia seeds — help lower triglycerides, a type of fat, in our blood, the Cleveland Clinic said. —

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