🍇 5 Surprising Foods That Spike Your Sugar Levels! 🍽️

Hey Haema Community! 🌼

Did you know some common foods can sneakily spike your sugar levels? Here are five surprising culprits I’ve personally experienced. This information is useful for everyone, even those without diabetes. Let’s dive in!

If you’re curious why you should care about your blood sugar if you don’t have diabetes, scroll down to the bottom.

1. Coffee ☕

Even your morning cup of coffee can impact your sugar levels, even if you skip the sugar! Here’s how:

• Caffeine Effects: It stimulates the release of adrenaline and cortisol, temporarily spiking sugar levels. It also increases glycogenolysis, converting glycogen (stored sugar in the liver) into glucose, and raising blood sugar levels after caffeine consumption.

• Insulin Response: Caffeine can alter your body’s insulin response, reducing insulin sensitivity over time and potentially increasing the risk of diabetes complications.

Pro Tip: Consider switching to decaf! Decaf coffee has a lesser impact on blood sugar levels compared to caffeinated coffee and retains beneficial polyphenols that can help prevent type 2 diabetes.