Eat to manage your blood sugar

When you haven't eaten in a while, your blood sugar levels might fluctuate. This might cause food cravings, particularly for carbohydrate-rich foods, so it's reasonable if you crave crackers, french fries, chocolate, or bread when you're hungry.

Uncontrolled blood sugar levels were linked to glucose cravings in a 2013 study including 210 adults with and without type 2 diabetes. Additionally, improved blood sugar control reduced cravings. Your body activates areas in your brain that promote desires for high-calorie foods when your blood sugar drops, such as if you've gone a long period without eating, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Focusing on high-quality whole foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, beans, nuts, seeds, and quality meats and fish is a good way to manage your blood sugar.