Manage your carb intake

Your carbohydrate consumption has a big impact on your blood sugar levels. Carbs are broken down by your body into sugars, primarily glucose. Insulin then helps in the use and retention of glucose for energy. When you eat too many carbohydrates or have issues with insulin, this mechanism breaks down, and blood glucose levels rise.

That's why the American Diabetes Association (ADA) advises diabetics to keep track of their carb consumption by counting them and understanding how much they need. According to some research, this can help you plan your meals more effectively, resulting in better blood sugar control. A low-carb diet has also been shown in several studies to help lower blood sugar levels and avoid blood sugar rises. It's important to understand the differences between low-carb and no-carb diets. When monitoring your blood sugar, you can still eat some carbohydrates. Prioritizing whole grains over processed grains and refined carbohydrates in your diet also helps to lower blood sugar levels.