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glucose

[gloo-kohs] / ˈglu koʊs /
NOUN
blood sugar
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Without insulin, the body cannot properly absorb glucose from the bloodstream, leading to dangerous blood sugar levels.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

There are a growing number of studies that suggest red light therapy in medicine has real promise - from helping us control our glucose levels to potentially healing damaged spinal nerves.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

In grueling endurance sports like cycling, and now running, athletes are gobbling down unprecedented amounts of sugary carbohydrates, both in training and competition, via fast-acting gels and bottles loaded with glucose and fructose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

This shift toward alkalinity may activate certain enzymes that increase how quickly glucose is absorbed and used by the body.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

She focused on the biscuits, glucose tin, and glass of water on the side table.

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




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