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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Lipid-lowering agents: These medications, which include statins, can normalize total cholesterol, LDL, and triglyceride levels.
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
That is, both can equally raise the risk for obesity, diabetes, and high triglycerides and blood pressure.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 18 July 2025
Limiting alcohol: Alcohol increases triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Fatty liver and high triglyceride levels can in turn lead to metabolic issues, obesity and diabetes, Zumpano said.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 18 July 2025
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Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 29 July 2025
That is, both can equally raise the risk for obesity, diabetes, and high triglycerides and blood pressure.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 18 July 2025
Limiting alcohol: Alcohol increases triglyceride and cholesterol levels.
—Lindsey Desoto, Verywell Health, 21 July 2025
Fatty liver and high triglyceride levels can in turn lead to metabolic issues, obesity and diabetes, Zumpano said.
—Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 18 July 2025
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“Triglyceride.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/triglyceride. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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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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