Unroasted Almonds (1 Almond) and Walnuts (1 Nut)

Keep the portion modest (for example, a small handful) and avoid eating large amounts at once, since nuts are calorie-dense even though they are low in carbohydrate.

Choose raw, unsweetened almonds and walnuts only; avoid honey-roasted, candied, chocolate-coated, or sweetened nut mixes.

Eat the nuts as part of a balanced meal or snack with protein and fiber, such as plain Greek yogurt, eggs, cottage cheese, or non-starchy vegetables.

Avoid pairing nuts with fast-absorbing carbohydrates such as juice, sweetened drinks, pastries, dried fruit, or refined crackers.

Try soaking or lightly toasting the nuts without sugar or flour, and compare your glucose response; individual tolerance can differ.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk after eating, if appropriate for your health and mobility.