Apples (1 Cup Slices) and Green Tea (Lipton) (1 Serving)

Have the apple with a protein- and fat-containing food such as plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nuts, or seeds rather than eating it alone.

Choose a whole apple with the peel intact, and avoid apple juice, applesauce, or dried apple products, which are more likely to cause a rapid rise followed by a drop.

Drink green tea with or after a balanced meal instead of on an empty stomach; caffeine can worsen shakiness or perceived lows for some people.

Use decaffeinated green tea or reduce the tea strength if symptoms occur after caffeinated tea, and avoid adding sugar, honey, or sweetened syrups.

Pair the snack with a slow-digesting carbohydrate such as oats or beans if you need more sustained energy.

If you have recurrent low readings, severe symptoms, diabetes medicines, or episodes of confusion, fainting, or sweating, discuss the pattern with a clinician and confirm readings with your glucose monitor.