Almond (1 piece)

Check the exact almond product and serving size: flavored, honey-roasted, almond-milk, almond-flour, or almond-butter products may contain added sugars or more rapidly absorbed starches than plain whole almonds.

Repeat the test with a small measured portion of plain, unsweetened whole almonds, eaten alone after a consistent fasting period; compare it with a no-almond control day to rule out normal sensor variation.

Reduce the portion or split it into two smaller servings, and avoid eating almonds alongside carbohydrate-rich foods or sweet drinks.

Pair a small almond serving with protein- and fiber-rich choices such as eggs, plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, avocado, or non-starchy vegetables.

Avoid finely ground almond products when possible; whole almonds are generally digested more slowly than almond flour, almond butter, or blended almond drinks.

If the rise is repeatable with plain whole almonds, choose another snack you tolerate better, such as eggs, cheese, avocado, or raw vegetables, and discuss persistent unexpected rises with a clinician or dietitian.