The social mix in urban and rural environments is different. As children grow up, many move from rural to urban areas in search of employment or to undertake courses of study. This is reflected in the age profile of rural areas, with 20â29 year olds being under-represented (19%) compared with urban areas (24%).
Medical 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 lipoproteinsâcalled also neutral fat.
Triglycerides are particles in the blood that transport fat. They come from excess sugar (refined carbohydrate) and fat intake in the diet and can also be made in the liver. Triglycerides are converted into energy in the body; for example, to fuel muscles. If a person doesn't use their muscles after eating, the excess triglycerides will be stored as fat or in the liver. High levels of triglycerides in the bloodstream are a risk factor for heart disease and stroke as well as obesity.