Low GI Soft Grain Loaf (Gardenia) (1 Serving), Peanut Butter (1 serving(s)), Olive Spread (Naturel) (1 Serving) and Quadratini (Loacker) (1 Serving)

Reduce or skip the quadratini first; sweet wafer-style biscuits can add rapidly absorbed carbohydrate even when the rest of the meal seems balanced.

Keep the soft grain loaf to one measured slice, and avoid adding another carbohydrate-containing snack during the following 2–3 hours.

Use a modest, measured layer of peanut butter and olive spread rather than large portions; fats can increase total calories without necessarily preventing a rise from the bread and biscuits.

Add a protein- and fibre-rich side such as eggs, plain Greek yogurt, lentils, or non-starchy vegetables to slow digestion and improve fullness.

Eat the bread-based meal after, rather than before, the protein and vegetables, and eat slowly.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after eating, if this is safe for you; if large spikes continue, review the meal and your glucose plan with a clinician or dietitian.