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"Glycemic"

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Definition: adj. Literally, "causing glucose (sugar) in the blood". Blood glucose is closely related to the amount and type of carbohydates consumed. Glycemia is the related noun meaning glucose or sugar in the blood.
Pronunciation: gly SEE mik
Also Known As: Related terms are the glycemic index and glycemic load.
Alternate Spellings: glycaemic
Common Misspellings: glyceemic
Examples: Potatoes and cereal are more glycemic than cabbage and beans.

For diabetics, glycemic control is a primary goal.
Updated: October 14, 2006
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