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glucose

[gloo-kohs] / ˈglu koʊs /
NOUN
blood sugar
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When we dance, we reduce our blood pressure and glucose levels.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

When insulin does not function properly, blood glucose levels rise.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 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

"Think of it like a continuous glucose monitor, but for intestinal gas," Hall said, explaining that the device detected increased hydrogen production after participants consumed inulin, a prebiotic fiber.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Olanna moved closer to Amala, but she was unsure what she wanted to say and so she picked up the tin of glucose, examined it, and placed it back.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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