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glucose

[gloo-kohs] / ˈglu koʊs /
NOUN
blood sugar
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"We looked into the brain as it is widely recognized as a key regulator of whole-body glucose metabolism. We investigated whether and how the brain contributes to the anti-diabetic effects of metformin."

From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026

People who achieved remission without weight loss appeared to boost this hormone system naturally, while reducing the influence of other hormones that raise glucose levels.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

These markers include glucose, fats called triglycerides, and the protein tryptophan.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

Shutdowns have caused problems for diabetic children whose sensors can’t transmit glucose levels to parents and warn them in case of emergencies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

In English it said the ration consisted of eighteen fortified biscuits of baked wheat, an­imal fat and glucose, and that no more than six should be eaten in a twenty-four-hour period.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel