Chicken broth (1 cup)

Check the broth label and choose versions with no added sugar, maltodextrin, starches, noodles, rice, or sweet sauces; these additions are common reasons for a rise.

Use a lower-sodium, unsweetened homemade or plain boxed chicken broth, and compare brands because carbohydrate content can vary substantially.

Have the broth with a small amount of protein or fat, such as shredded chicken, a boiled egg, tofu, or avocado, rather than drinking it alone.

Add non-starchy vegetables such as spinach, zucchini, mushrooms, celery, broccoli, or cauliflower instead of noodles or crackers.

Reduce the serving size or sip it more slowly, especially if the broth is part of a meal that already contains carbohydrates.

If the rise is consistent despite using plain broth, review the timing of your reading and discuss repeated unexpected responses with your healthcare professional.