Coffee with Almond Milk (1 cup)

Choose unsweetened, unflavored almond milk and check the label for added sugar, syrups, maltodextrin, or rice-based ingredients.

Skip flavored syrups, sugar, honey, and sweetened creamers; use cinnamon or unsweetened cocoa powder for flavor instead.

Try a smaller coffee serving or dilute it with extra water or ice to reduce the caffeine dose.

Have coffee with a protein- and fiber-containing option such as plain Greek yogurt, eggs, or a small handful of almonds rather than drinking it on an empty stomach.

Test decaf or half-caf coffee, since caffeine can raise glucose for some people even without added sugar.

Review your response by changing only one variable at a time—milk type, coffee size, caffeine level, or timing—to identify the main trigger.