Costa Coffee - Cortado (Skimmed) (1 portion)

Choose an espresso or Americano without sugar, syrups, or flavoured toppings instead of a milk-based cortado.

Ask for a cortado with less milk, or have the milk served separately so you can use only a small amount.

Avoid adding sugar sachets, honey, flavoured powders, or sweetened creamers.

Have the coffee alongside a small protein-and-fat snack, such as a boiled egg, a small handful of almonds, or plain Greek yogurt.

Drink the cortado after a balanced meal rather than on an empty stomach, especially if you notice a stronger rise when fasting.

Take a gentle 10–15 minute walk after your coffee and track whether this reduces your personal glucose response.