glucose

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When we dance, we reduce our blood pressure and glucose levels.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

When exposed to cold, brown fat uses glucose and lipids to produce heat through a process called thermogenesis.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

When insulin does not function properly, blood glucose levels rise.

From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026

"Think of it like a continuous glucose monitor, but for intestinal gas," Hall said, explaining that the device detected increased hydrogen production after participants consumed inulin, a prebiotic fiber.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

The glucose corn syrup wasn’t as sweet as sugar, but it was cheap.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan