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10 Foods That Won’t

Spike Blood Sugar

Specific food choices, such as leafy greens, whole grains, eggs, and nuts, have a
minimal impact on blood sugar elevation compared to others, writes Alia Antia

When it comes to rapidly lowering blood 1. Apple Cider Vinegar
sugar levels, exercise and medication are
the primary options. Nonetheless, specific
food choices, such as leafy greens, whole
grains, eggs, and nuts, have a minimal
impact on blood sugar elevation compared
to others, potentially aiding in the reduction
of long-term fasting glucose levels.
These foods, also referred to as blood
glucose-neutral, can assist individuals The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar has
in avoiding sudden spikes in blood been shown to improve insulin sensitivity
sugar. Alongside dietary adjustments, following meals, potentially mitigating
maintaining or adopting an active lifestyle blood sugar spikes. Consuming a diluted
is crucial. amount before meals may help regulate
This article outlines the foods individuals blood sugar levels.
can incorporate into their dietary regimen.
By incorporating more of these foods, 2. Avocados
spices, and beverages, individuals may Incorporating polyunsaturated fatty
be able to stave off prediabetes or type 2 acids (PUFAs) and monounsaturated fatty
diabetes. acids (MUFAs) into a blood sugar-friendly

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