Cortado - Caffe (1 oz)

Try a decaf cortado or half-caf version; caffeine can raise glucose for some people even without added sugar.

Have the cortado with a small protein-and-fiber snack, such as plain Greek yogurt with a few berries.

Add a small portion of nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, alongside the drink rather than drinking it on an empty stomach.

Avoid sweeteners, flavored syrups, sugar, and sweetened plant milks; choose unsweetened milk options.

Drink the cortado after a balanced meal instead of first thing in the morning, when caffeine-related responses may be stronger.

Compare responses to regular versus decaf cortados on separate days to identify whether caffeine, timing, or milk is the main trigger.