glycolipid
noun
gly·co·lip·id
ˌglī-kō-ˈli-pəd 
: a lipid (such as a ganglioside or a cerebroside) that contains a carbohydrate radical
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This rich yet lightweight cream is chock full of ceramides, hyaluronic acid, arginine and glycolipids to provide hydration that lasts, even for the thirstiest complexions.
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
This budget-friendly moisturizer is designed for morning and nighttime use and provides the complexion with thirst-quenching hydration, thanks to ingredients such as fatty acids, amino acids, glycolipids, and more.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
Besides vitamins and nutrients, spinach is filled with nitrates and glycolipids, which may reduce inflammation.
—Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 22 Mar. 2018
Here’s what else this veggie can do: Help your heart: The glycolipids in spinach promote the body’s production of nitric oxide (NO), which helps dilate blood vessels and reduce atherosclerosis.
—Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 22 Mar. 2018
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2023
This budget-friendly moisturizer is designed for morning and nighttime use and provides the complexion with thirst-quenching hydration, thanks to ingredients such as fatty acids, amino acids, glycolipids, and more.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 20 July 2023
Besides vitamins and nutrients, spinach is filled with nitrates and glycolipids, which may reduce inflammation.
—Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 22 Mar. 2018
Here’s what else this veggie can do: Help your heart: The glycolipids in spinach promote the body’s production of nitric oxide (NO), which helps dilate blood vessels and reduce atherosclerosis.
—Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, 22 Mar. 2018
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glycolipid
noun
gly·co·lip·id
ˌglī-kō-ˈlip-əd
: a lipid (as a ganglioside or a cerebroside) that contains a carbohydrate radical
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