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• Glycemic index
  |Term=glycemic index ...e glucose into the blood slowly. A relationship between the glycemic index and recurrent colorectal cancer is being investigated {{dictionary-stub}} [[Cat
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• Glycemic
  == Glycemic Index (GI) == '''Glycemic Index''' (pronounced: gly-SEE-mik IN-dex) is a ranking system for carbohydrates b
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• Glycemic load
  == Glycemic Load == ...''' (''pronunciation: glai-SEE-mik lohd'') is a term used in [[Nutrition]] and [[Dietetics]] to quantify the impact of carbohydrate consumption on an indi
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• Glycinamide ribonucleotide formyltransferase inhibitor
  ...mount of glucose. Foods with a high glycemic index release glucose quickly and cause blood sugar to rise rapidly.  ...e FOR-mil-TRANZ-feh-rays in-HIH-bih -ter) A drug that blocks DNA synthesis and can prevent tumor growth. It is being studied to treat cancer {{dictionary-
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• Basal rate
  .../ˈbeɪsəl reɪt/) is a term commonly used in the field of [[Endocrinology]] and [[Diabetes Management]]. It refers to the rate at which [[Insulin]] is cont ...around which additional insulin doses are calculated based on food intake and physical activity.
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• David J. Jenkins
  ...al Sciences. He is best known for developing the concept of the [[glycemic index]] (GI), a system that ranks foods based on their impact on blood sugar leve ...ct on the field of nutrition and dietetics, influencing dietary guidelines and food labelling policies worldwide.
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• Glycemic control
  == Glycemic Control == '''Glycemic control''' (pronunciation: /ɡlaɪˈsiːmɪk kənˈtroʊl/) refers to the p
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• Index
  == Index (Medicine) == ...isease or condition in a patient. The term originates from the Latin word 'index', meaning 'pointer' or 'indicator'.
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• Insulin index
  == Insulin Index == The '''Insulin Index''' is a measure of the insulin response in humans to the consumption of cer
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• Michel Montignac
  ...me popular in the 1980s and 1990s. Montignac's approach to [[weight loss]] and [[health]] management has been influential in shaping modern dietary guidel ...Montignac that emphasizes the consumption of low-GI foods for weight loss and health management.
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• Starchy
  ...found in many different types of foods, including [[potatoes]], [[rice]], and [[bread]]. When consumed, starch is broken down into glucose, which the bod ...rate that the body cannot digest. Some starchy foods, such as whole grains and potatoes, also contain dietary fiber.
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• Muffin
  ...of medicine. However, it can be associated with certain medical conditions and dietary considerations. ...muffin" originates from the French word "moufflet" which is used for bread and means soft.
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• Low carbohydrate
  ...arbohydrate," a biological molecule consisting of carbon (C), hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O) atoms. ...ains, starchy vegetables, and fruits, and emphasizes foods high in protein and fat. The exact definition can vary, but it generally means consuming less t
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• Diabetic diet
  ...hrough," referring to the excessive urination associated with the disease, and "Diet" which comes from the Greek word "diaita," meaning "way of life." * [[Glycemic index]]
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• Basmati
  ...lender-grained aromatic [[rice]] which is traditionally grown in [[India]] and [[Pakistan]]. ...smati is grown in the north of India and Pakistan, areas with unique soils and climate.
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• Sourdough
  ...y the [[fermentation]] of dough using naturally occurring [[lactobacilli]] and [[yeast]]. The term can also refer to the [[leaven]] itself. Sourdough bread is made by mixing flour and water and allowing the mixture to ferment. When it is ready, a portion of the dough i
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• Celery
  ...on location and cultivar, either its stalks, leaves or hypocotyl are eaten and used in cooking. * [[Hypocotyl]]: The part of a plant's stem below the seed leaves, and above the root.
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• Anti-diabetic
  ...abetes]]. The term is derived from the Greek words 'anti' meaning against, and 'diabetes' which refers to a group of metabolic disorders characterized by ...selection depends on the nature of the [[Diabetes mellitus|diabetes]], age and situation of the person, as well as other factors.
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• Satiety value
  ...on]] and [[dietetics]] to help individuals manage their [[caloric intake]] and maintain a healthy [[body weight]]. ...at food, sometimes due to hunger. Appetite exists in all higher life-forms and serves to regulate adequate energy intake to maintain metabolic needs.
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• Blood sugar control
  ...glucose in the bloodstream. This is crucial for the body's overall health and functioning, particularly for those with [[diabetes]]. ...gar" comes from the Sanskrit "śarkarā", meaning "ground or candied sugar", and "control" comes from the Middle French "contreroller", meaning "to check or
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