also: its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)
Example Sentences
As a diabetic, he needs his blood sugar to stay at the right levels.
Recent Examples on the WebAcademic studies over the past decade have found that the extract from its leaves can lower blood sugar levels and help with weight loss. Kaiser Health News, oregonlive, 15 Sep. 2022 Academic studies over the past decade have found that the extract from its leaves can lower blood sugar levels and help with weight loss. Samantha Young, CBS News, 14 Sep. 2022 Eggs can indirectly reduce cravings for less healthy alternatives by keeping blood sugar levels stable. Amy Fischer M.s., R.d., Good Housekeeping, 14 Sep. 2022 Johnstone's study did not observe an improvement in blood sugar levels from big breakfasts. Aria Bendix, NBC News, 10 Sep. 2022 Academic studies over the past decade have found that the extract from its leaves can lower blood sugar levels and help with weight loss. Samantha Young, San Francisco Chronicle, 24 Aug. 2022 The meta-analysis, published in February, analyzed seven studies comparing the impact of sitting, standing and walking on the body's insulin and blood sugar levels. Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 2 Sep. 2022 Dexcom is among the market leaders in developing and manufacturing wearable continuous glucose monitors and consumables that deliver real time blood sugar readouts to users’ smartphones.San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2022 They were also created with the diabetic community in mind and aim to help manage blood sugar.Good Housekeeping, 22 Aug. 2022 See More
Word History
First Known Use
1881, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
blood sugar
noun
: the glucose in the blood
also: its concentration (as in milligrams per 100 milliliters)