blood sugar

noun

: the glucose in the blood

also : its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)

Examples of blood sugar in a Sentence

As a diabetic, he needs his blood sugar to stay at the right levels.

Recent Examples on the Web For the rest of us, optimizing our blood sugar levels may help us time peak athletic or mental performance. —

Adrienne So, WIRED, 12 Sep. 2023 Benson recommends a couple of cheese sticks or a granola bar to add some fat and protein and manage blood sugar levels. —

USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2023 Similarly to vegetables, legumes also provide a ton of fiber which has benefits ranging from reducing risk of cardiovascular disease to helping control blood sugar levels. —

Good Housekeeping, 8 Sep. 2023 During a regular checkup, Allen discovered that her blood sugar levels were higher than normal. —

Taiia Smart Young, Essence, 8 Sep. 2023 Another big advantage for the patients was that their blood sugar levels did not fluctuate, but rather remained level. —

Linda Carroll, NBC News, 7 Sep. 2023 Zinc is a nutrient required for so many body functions from immunity support and blood sugar regulation to maintaining metabolism (and so much more!). —

Christine Byrne, Women's Health, 29 Aug. 2023 This can help promote blood sugar regulation and steady energy levels. Taste, Texture, and Flavors Protein powder’s taste will depend most on its flavor and ingredients. —

Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 28 Aug. 2023 Some evidence suggests that whole grains like brown rice control post-meal blood sugar levels in people with diabetes.11 Whole grains help prevent type 2 diabetes by regulating your blood sugar. —

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