Espresso Coffee (1 Espresso Cup (2 Fl Oz))

Choose decaf or half-caf espresso; caffeine can temporarily raise glucose for some people even without sugar.

Drink the espresso after a balanced meal rather than on an empty stomach, and avoid adding sugar, syrups, sweetened creamers, or flavored milk.

If you want food with your espresso, pair it with protein and fat such as eggs, plain Greek yogurt, cheese, or a small handful of nuts.

Use unsweetened milk or a small amount of unsweetened soy milk instead of sweetened dairy alternatives or oat-based creamers.

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

Test different doses and timings—such as one shot instead of two, morning versus later in the day—and use your glucose response to identify your personal caffeine tolerance.