Coffee (Brewed From Grounds) (1 Cup (8 Fl Oz))

Try half-caf or decaf coffee; caffeine can raise glucose for some people by increasing stress-hormone signaling.

Avoid drinking coffee on an empty stomach; have it with a balanced breakfast instead.

Keep additions unsweetened: skip sugar, syrups, sweetened creamers, flavored milks, and whipped toppings.

Pair coffee with protein and fiber, such as eggs with vegetables, plain Greek yogurt with chia seeds, or a small handful of nuts.

Choose unsweetened dairy or unsweetened soy milk if you add milk, and keep the portion modest.

Test a smaller serving or drink coffee later in the morning, then compare your glucose response to identify your most tolerable timing.