| glucagon |
A hormone made in the pancreas that raises blood sugar levels. It can be given by injection to treat severe hypoglycemia.
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| glucocorticoid |
Hormones produced by the adrenal gland which regulate protein, carbohydrate and fat metabolism, and are important to almost every function of cells and organs. They also stabilize cell membranes which is an important part of their function in treating allergic reactions. Also called glucocorticosteroids.
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| glucosamine |
One of the building blocks the body uses to make new cartilage.
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| glucose |
A naturally occurring sugar found in fruits and honey.
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| glucose |
Simple sugar; the form in which all carbohydrates are used as the body's principal energy source; transported in the blood and metabolized in the tissues.
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