Triglycerides are the main form in which the body stores and ships fat for energy, measured after an overnight fast. Raised levels travel with insulin resistance, excess refined carbohydrate, alcohol and abdominal fat, and add to cardiovascular risk alongside cholesterol. Of all the blood lipids they are the most diet-responsive: cutting sugar, refined starch and alcohol, losing excess weight and eating oily fish can move them quickly.
Compounds that influence Triglycerides
- Omega-3 — may help lower
Written by the Nutrition Encyclopedia team · medically reviewed by Dr. Sunaina Tariq, MBBS
Last updated 22 June 2026
How we source & verify data · Medical disclaimer
Nutrition values are approximations compiled from public food-composition databases (USDA FoodData Central) and are provided for educational purposes only — not medical advice.
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