Like the Glucose Goddess says: “It’s not about getting rid of the chocolate in your life, it’s about figuring out how you can eat the chocolate in a way that’s not going to hurt your body as much.” Try some of these practical tips from the Glucose Goddess and Veri to stabilize blood sugar levels while still enjoying the foods you love.
Pair carbs with protein to slow down the absorption of glucose and prevent sharp spikes. For example, the Glucose Goddess eats two eggs about 25 minutes before a carbohydrate-rich/high-glycemic meal, like pasta, to help mitigate the post-meal glucose surge.
Add fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables and whole grains, and healthy fats, like avocado or nuts. These foods regulate glucose levels by slowing sugar absorption into the bloodstream.
Try to minimize refined carbs. Foods like white bread, pasta, and sugary snacks can lead to rapid glucose spikes, which can lead to excess insulin production. Excess insulin can actually make blood glucose levels drop after a spike, making you hungry again. Flattening glucose spikes after a meal leads to fewer rebound effects and cravings later.
Consume apple cider vinegar with meals to help slow down the release of glucose into the bloodstream, aiding in glucose control.
Try a supplement like cinnamon, chromium, berberine, and magnesium. These support lower blood glucose and improved glucose regulation.