lipid
Medical term Nutrition
A fat or fat-like substance that does not dissolve in water, such as triglycerides and cholesterol.
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- cholesterolA fatty substance (sterol) needed for cell membranes and hormones; it is part of the plaque that narrows…
- triglyceridesFats (lipids) made of three fatty acid chains attached to glycerol.
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- enteral nutritionNutrition given directly into the digestive tract through a tube.
- fat-soluble vitaminsVitamins A, D, E and K, which dissolve in fat.
- glutenA protein in wheat, barley and rye.
- macronutrientA nutrient needed in large amounts for energy: carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
- micronutrientA nutrient needed in small amounts, such as vitamins and minerals.
- mineralAn inorganic nutrient the body needs to function properly.
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