In terms of the parts of the grain (the grass fruit) used in flourâthe endosperm or protein/starchy part, the germ or protein/fat/vitamin-rich part, and the bran or fiber partâthere are three general types of flour. White flour is made from the endosperm only. Brown flour includes some of the grain's germ and bran, while whole grain or wholemeal flour is made from the entire grain, including the bran, endosperm, and germ. Germ flour is made from the endosperm and germ, excluding the bran.
In medical terms GCS is the abbreviation of Glasgow Coma Scale. In medical terms GCS is the abbreviation of Glasgow Coma Scale.
What is gingivostomatitis (GS)? GS is a condition that causes painful sores on the lips, tongue, gums, and inside the mouth. GS is caused by the herpes simplex virus. The virus spreads easily through saliva, shared toys, drink cups, or eating utensils. The mouth sores make swallowing painful, so your child may not want to eat or drink. The sores usually heal within 2 weeks.