The glycemic index can identify which foods cause wild swings in blood sugar. Here’s a rundown of what foods are part of a low glycemic index diet, and which to avoid.
Tag: blood sugar
What You Should Know About Sugar Alcohols
Learn what sugar alcohols are and how they affect your day-to-day health.
Missing Meals? Avoid Dangerous Blood Sugar if You Have Diabetes
If you have diabetes and you’re not feeling up to eating much, you may need to adjust the way you monitor your illness. Here’s how.
Diabetes? Don’t Let ‘Dawn Phenomenon’ Raise Your Blood Sugar
Morning glucose spikes are normal, but they can be dangerous if you have diabetes. Find out the best way to manage this “dawn phenomenon.”
Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy
How To Make Chia Pudding
If you haven’t tried chia seed pudding yet, you’re in for a real (and healthy) treat.
Afternoon Slump? 5 Ways to Restore Your Energy
Do you get drowsy every afternoon? That dip in energy is a problem when you’re at work, on the road or looking after kids (or grandkids). Discover why your energy level can drop in the afternoon and how to get back on track.
Which Bread Is Best For You — Whole-Grain, Multigrain or Whole Wheat?
You know whole grain has more nutritional heft than white, bread, but can you choose between whole wheat, multi-grain, seven-grain, 12-grain, all natural, organic and enriched? An expert guides you down the bread aisle.
The Top 10 Worst Foods if You Have Diabetes
What you eat (and don’t eat) can have a dramatic impact on your diabetes. Here are the worst and best foods for you.
What to Eat If You’ve Been Diagnosed With Prediabetes
If you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, you’ll need to eat fewer simple carbs (sugary foods) and eat more complex carbs and fiber. Our dietitian explains the best changes to make to avoid developing type 2 diabetes.
My Diabetes Is Controlled — But Why Am I Gaining Weight?
If you need insulin therapy to control your diabetes, one unfortunate side effect is weight gain. Try these practical tips as you work with your doctor to correct this problem.
