Toasted Garlic Bread (1 Medium Slice)

Cut the portion: have one small slice of garlic bread rather than several pieces, and avoid eating it on an empty stomach.

Eat it alongside a protein-rich meal such as eggs, grilled chicken, fish, tofu, or paneer; start with the protein before the bread.

Add a generous serving of non-starchy vegetables, such as broccoli, leafy greens, zucchini, peppers, or salad, before eating the garlic bread.

Make garlic bread with a thin slice of dense 100% rye bread, or use roasted eggplant or zucchini rounds instead of regular bread.

Use olive oil, garlic, herbs, and a modest amount of cheese or butter for flavor, rather than adding sweet sauces or sugary drinks.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk soon after the meal, if this is safe and appropriate for you.