glycemic

American  

[glahy-seem-ik] / glaɪˈsim ɪk /

adjective

1. of or relating to glycemia, or the presence of sugar in the blood.

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Example Sentences

"Because this is a registry-based study, we cannot determine exactly why or how these medications affect mood symptoms, but the association was quite strong. It is possible that, in addition to factors such as reduced alcohol consumption, weight loss-related improvements in body image, or relief associated with better glycemic control in diabetes, there may also be direct neurobiological mechanisms involved -- for example, through changes in the functioning of the brain's reward system," said Research Director, Docent Markku Lähteenvuo from the University of Eastern Finland.

From Science Daily

Current prescribing criteria center on body mass index thresholds and glycemic targets, metabolic markers that tell us something about a patient’s need for weight loss but nothing about their underlying GLP-1 physiology.

From Slate

Participants lost an average of 11 pounds and showed improvements in insulin sensitivity and glycemic control.

From Science Daily

Participants completed detailed questionnaires that allowed scientists to estimate the glycemic index and glycemic load of their regular diets.

From Science Daily

Using advanced statistical methods, the research team identified the point at which higher dietary glycemic index values were linked to increased dementia risk.

From Science Daily