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What's the difference between Triglycerides and Cholesterol?

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Dr. Dr Vasanthasree Nair

Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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They both are lipids circulating in blood. Triglycerides are known to store fat whearse cholesterol is known to help in regulating certain hormones in the body.

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