Oil Popped White Popcorn (1 Cup)

134 mg/dL

avg. peak value

Usually causes a medium spike

Avg. Food Score on Ultrahuman App

61%

Ultrahuman Users got an UNSTABLE response

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Eating a small serving of lean protein, such as grilled chicken or a hard-boiled egg, can help slow down the absorption of glucose from the popcorn.

Incorporate a healthy fat source, like a handful of almonds or a few slices of avocado, to help moderate blood sugar levels.

Include fiber-rich vegetables like a small side salad with spinach, lettuce, and cucumber, which can help stabilize blood sugar.

Staying hydrated by drinking a glass of water before consuming popcorn can aid in the regulation of glucose absorption.

Limit the amount of popcorn you consume to a small cup size in order to reduce the spike.

If possible, choose air-popped popcorn instead of oil-popped to further minimize the glucose response.

Take your time to chew thoroughly and enjoy the popcorn slowly, which can prevent rapid spikes in blood sugar.

If you have a salad alongside your popcorn, using a dressing with vinegar can help decrease the glucose spike.

Try having popcorn as part of a larger meal instead of as a standalone snack to reduce its impact on blood sugar levels.

A short walk or light exercise after consuming popcorn can help lower blood glucose levels by promoting insulin sensitivity.

Ultrahuman M1 helps you measure the impact of food and activity on your body in real time through glucose as a biomarker.

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