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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This slows the release of blood sugar into the bloodstream. Yvelette Stines, Verywell Health, 18 Mar. 2025 By eliminating the need for user intervention, this technology promises to enhance blood sugar control, particularly during meals and overnight, thereby improving the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes. Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 Getting enough protein is important for optimal immune function, blood sugar control and for having healthy hair, skin and nails. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 17 Mar. 2025 Magnesium is a mineral that plays critical roles in your body, including regulating blood sugar and blood pressure, maintaining bone health, and supporting nerve function.1 Magnesium needs vary depending on age, gender, and pregnancy status. Jillian Kubala, Health, 17 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blood sugar

Word History

First Known Use

1881, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of blood sugar was in 1881

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“Blood sugar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/blood%20sugar. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

blood sugar

noun
: the glucose in the blood
especially : the amount or percentage of such sugar

Medical Definition

blood sugar

noun
: the glucose in the blood
also : its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)
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