7 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prevent Blood Sugar Spikes

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3. Minimize your sugar intake

Did you know that, on average, we tend to consume approximately 22 teaspoons of added sugar every single day? This means 350 calories per day. And no, this amount is not only from table sugar. As a matter of fact, most of it actually comes from cookies, candy, and sodas.

Moreover, many studies suggest that consuming way too much added sugar could lead to insulin resistance. This happens when the cells are unable to release insulin. Thankfully, you can easily spot the amount of added sugar of a certain product on its label.

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