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.
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Key Takeaways Turmeric and apple cider vinegar may help with blood sugar control but should not replace traditional treatment.
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Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
But the popularity of the medications, which mimic a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar and appetite, has grown significantly in a relatively short period of time.
—Connie Ogle
updated May 15, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
The soluble fiber in chia seeds forms a gel that can aid hydration and support stable blood sugar levels.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 15 May 2026
In February 2023, Sal was hospitalized for five days after suffering from diabetic ketoacidosis, a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when the body lacks insulin to allow blood sugar into the cells for use as energy, according to the CDC.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
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Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 17 May 2026
But the popularity of the medications, which mimic a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar and appetite, has grown significantly in a relatively short period of time.
—Connie Ogle
updated May 15, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
The soluble fiber in chia seeds forms a gel that can aid hydration and support stable blood sugar levels.
—Caitlin Beale, Health, 15 May 2026
In February 2023, Sal was hospitalized for five days after suffering from diabetic ketoacidosis, a life-threatening medical emergency that occurs when the body lacks insulin to allow blood sugar into the cells for use as energy, according to the CDC.
—Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
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“Blood sugar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blood%20sugar. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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