prandial

adjective

pran·​di·​al ˈpran-dē-əl How to pronounce prandial (audio)
: of or relating to a meal

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According to this 2010 clinical trial, this ingredient can reduce post-prandial and fasting blood sugar, fatigue, and polyphagia and significantly improve lipid profiles. — Discover Magazine, 29 Mar. 2023 Therefore, most people with type 1 diabetes should be treated with multiple daily injections of mealtime (or prandial) insulin and basal insulin. — Verywell Health, 25 Feb. 2023

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Etymology

Latin prandium late breakfast, luncheon

First Known Use

1781, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of prandial was in 1781

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prandial

adjective
pran·​di·​al ˈpran-dē-əl How to pronounce prandial (audio)
: of or relating to a meal
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