Glykeemijä
Glykeemijä is a Finnish term that translates to "glycemia" in English. It refers to the concentration of glucose in the blood. Glucose is a simple sugar that serves as the primary source of energy for the body's cells. Maintaining a stable level of blood glucose, also known as blood sugar, is crucial for proper bodily function.
The level of glykeemijä is regulated by hormones, primarily insulin and glucagon, produced by the pancreas.
Deviations from normal glykeemijä levels can indicate health issues. Persistently high blood glucose is known as