Pork Belly (100 G)

Keep the pork belly portion moderate and avoid pairing it with refined carbohydrates such as white rice, white bread, sugary sauces, or potatoes.

Pair pork belly with high-fiber non-starchy vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, cabbage, bok choy, zucchini, or mushrooms.

Choose a vinegar- or lemon-based, unsweetened seasoning instead of sweet barbecue, hoisin, or honey-based sauces.

Add a small serving of legumes, such as lentils or chickpeas, instead of refined starches if you want a more filling side dish.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after the meal to help blunt the post-meal rise.

If pork belly repeatedly causes a rise, reduce the portion further or choose a leaner pork cut more often.