Papaya (1 Medium (5 1/8 Inches Long X 3 Inches Dia)) and Guava (1 Guava, Common)

Reduce the portion: try ½ cup of guava or papaya at a time, then check your glucose response before increasing it.

Eat the fruit with a protein- and fat-containing option such as plain Greek yogurt, eggs, tofu, or a small handful of almonds or walnuts.

Choose fresh, whole guava or papaya rather than juice, smoothies, dried fruit, or fruit purée, which are easier to consume quickly.

Have fruit after a balanced meal containing non-starchy vegetables, protein, and healthy fats instead of eating it alone on an empty stomach.

Slow your eating pace and avoid combining the fruit with other concentrated carbohydrates, such as sweet drinks, pastries, or large servings of rice.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating and use your glucose readings to identify the portion and timing that work best for you.