South Indian/Tamil - Appam (1 serving) | Glucose Response

177 mg/dL

avg. peak value

Usually causes a large spike

Avg. Food Score on Ultrahuman App

82%

Ultrahuman Users got an UNSTABLE response

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Add a source of protein like lentils (dal), chickpeas, or a small serving of paneer as a side dish to slow down the absorption of carbohydrates.

Incorporate healthy fats such as avocado or a drizzle of olive oil in your meal to help slow digestion and stabilize blood sugar levels.

Include vegetables such as spinach, broccoli, or bell peppers to your meal to add fiber, which can help reduce glucose spikes.

Consider eating a smaller portion of appam and balance it with other low-carb foods to prevent large spikes in blood sugar.

Drink water before and during your meal to help with digestion and maintain better control over blood sugar levels.

Consuming a small amount of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar, before meals may help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar spikes.

Engage in light physical activity like a short walk after meals to aid in glucose management.

Take time to eat slowly and chew thoroughly, which can aid digestion and help prevent rapid increases in blood sugar.

Consider spacing out carbohydrate-rich meals throughout the day to avoid cumulative large spikes.

If preparing appam at home, consider using alternative, lower-carb flours for a portion of the batter.

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