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Triglycerides, consisting of three fatty acids and one glycerol molecule, are energy-producing fat in blood. As high levels of triglycerides can negatively impact a person's health, understanding the diet and lifestyle choices that affect triglyceride levels is extremely important to maintaining a healthy body.
Calories
Calories turn into triglycerides after consumption. As a result, high caloric intake can lead to an excess of triglycerides in the blood.
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates from refined flours and sugars cause insulin production and overproduction if eaten in excess. Overproduction of insulin increases triglyceride levels.
Alcohol
Alcohol is high in both calories and sugars. According to the Mayo Clinic, even a small amount of alcohol can rapidly increase triglyceride levels.
Dietary Fats
Consumption of saturated, trans fats and Omega-3, that contain high levels of triglycerides, increase triglyceride levels in plasma. Consumption of monounsaturated fats decreases blood plasma levels.
Sedentary Lifestyle
Low to no exercise causes excess weight gain and fat storage; whereas, regular exercise burns off extra fat.
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