Eating carbs alone can raise blood sugar faster. Pair them with protein such as eggs, chicken, fish, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, beans, lentils, tofu, or nuts.
3. Add vegetables first
Start meals with non-starchy vegetables such as salad, broccoli, cucumber, peppers, spinach, cabbage, or green beans. This adds fiber and volume, helping the meal feel satisfying.
4. Watch portions
Carbs are not the enemy, but portions matter. The CDC explains that carb counting can help people manage blood sugar and that one carb serving is about 15 grams of carbohydrates.
5. Avoid drinking sugar
