Boiled Egg (1 Large) and Egg White (1 Large)

Check whether the rise is linked to what accompanies the eggs—avoid sweet sauces, ketchup, sweetened drinks, toast, and other refined starches; try the eggs on their own for comparison.

Pair boiled eggs or egg whites with non-starchy vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, cucumber, mushrooms, or bell peppers to slow the overall meal response.

Add a small portion of fiber-rich foods such as lentils, chickpeas, or black beans if tolerated, rather than bread, crackers, or breakfast cereal.

Include a source of unsaturated fat, such as avocado, olives, walnuts, or chia seeds, alongside the eggs to make the meal more gradual and satisfying.

Keep the portion moderate and avoid eating eggs after a long fast if that pattern consistently produces a larger reading; consider splitting a larger serving into two smaller meals.

Review timing and technique: wash and dry hands before testing, use a new strip, and repeat an unexpected reading, since eggs themselves contain very little carbohydrate.