Which of the following terms describes how quickly glucose is absorbed from a food after ingestion, how high blood glucose rises as a result, and how quickly blood glucose returns to normal?

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Glycemic response describes how quickly glucose is absorbed from a food after ingestion, how high blood glucose rises as a result, and how quickly blood glucose returns to normal. The glycemic index (B) is a measure of how much a food increases blood glucose levels over time compared to pure glucose. Type 2 diabetes (A) is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance (E) refers to reduced sensitivity of cells to insulin, and hypoglycemic potential (C) is the likelihood that a food will cause low blood sugar levels.

Which of the Following Terms Describes How Quickly Glucose Is