Walnuts (1 piece)

Reduce the walnut portion and eat them slowly; even low-carbohydrate foods can raise glucose for some people at larger servings.

Avoid walnuts combined with sweetened yogurt, dried fruit, honey, granola, desserts, or sugary drinks, which can amplify the rise.

Have walnuts as part of a balanced meal with non-starchy vegetables, such as a salad with leafy greens, cucumber, peppers, and olive oil.

Pair a small walnut serving with protein such as eggs, plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tofu, or fish to slow digestion and reduce the peak.

Choose plain, unsweetened walnuts and check flavored or roasted products for added sugar, syrups, starches, or sweet coatings.

Track your response using the same walnut portion on different days; if spikes persist, reduce the amount further or discuss the pattern with a clinician or registered dietitian.