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Definition of triglyceride
: 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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In one study, people who ate one grapefruit a day lowered their bad (LDL) cholesterol by 15.5% and their triglycerides by 27%.
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Here’s a summary: Love it: polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat lower rates of CVD by lowering LDL and triglyceride levels.
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Here’s a summary: Love it: polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat lower rates of CVD by lowering LDL and triglyceride levels.
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Reduction of cardiovascular risk factors, including blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides, were also similar between the two dieting groups.
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Cataracts and AMD have also been linked to risk factors for cardiovascular disease, including elevated blood sugar and triglycerides, which regular exercise can improve.
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MCT, which stands for medium-chain triglycerides, oil is a form of saturated fatty acid and can be found in health food stores.
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MCT, which stands for medium-chain triglycerides, oil is a form of saturated fatty acid and can be found in health food stores.
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Later, the company doctor called her in and told her that her triglyceride levels were almost inconceivably low.
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triglyceride
playMedical Definition of triglyceride
: 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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