Tea (Lemon Flavored, Instant Powder, with Added Ascorbic Acid, Sweetened with Sugar) (1 Serving (3 Heaping Tsp))

Lunch

132 mg/dL avg. peak value

Usually causes a medium spike

5 Avg. Food Score on Ultrahuman App

50 % Ultrahuman Users got a STABLE response

How to consume tea (lemon flavored, instant powder, with added ascorbic acid, sweetened with sugar) without glucose spikes

Portion Control

Reduce the amount of instant tea powder used. This will decrease the sugar content consumed in each serving.

Add Protein

Pair the tea with a small portion of nuts or seeds, like almonds or chia seeds, to slow down the absorption of sugars.

Incorporate Fiber

Consume a fiber-rich snack, such as apple slices or carrots, alongside your tea to help moderate blood sugar levels.

Use a Sugar Alternative

Consider using a natural sweetener with a low impact on blood sugar levels, like stevia, instead of the sugar in the instant tea powder.

Drink Water

Follow up your tea with a glass of water to help dilute the sugar concentration in your stomach and bloodstream.

Add a Squeeze of Lemon

Enhance the lemon flavor with fresh lemon juice, which can help stabilize blood sugar levels.

Increase Activity

Take a short walk or engage in light physical activity after consuming the tea to help your body utilize the sugar more effectively.

Check Labels

Opt for a version of the instant tea with less sugar or added fiber, if available.

Balanced Meal Timing

Consume the tea as part of a balanced meal that includes proteins and healthy fats to mitigate the sugar spike.

Monitor Timing

Drink the tea at times when your body is better able to handle sugar intake, such as earlier in the day.