Double Chocolate Chip Cookie (Subway) (1 Serving)

Have a smaller portion—such as half a cookie—and save the rest for later rather than eating it on an empty stomach.

Eat the cookie after a balanced meal containing protein, non-starchy vegetables, and healthy fats instead of as a standalone snack.

Pair it with a small handful of almonds or walnuts, or plain unsweetened Greek yogurt, to slow absorption.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after eating to help your muscles use circulating glucose.

Choose water, unsweetened tea, or coffee without added sugar instead of juice, soda, or a sweet coffee drink alongside it.

For a sweet alternative next time, choose berries with plain Greek yogurt or a small apple with nut butter.