Consuming toast with jam can lead to a rapid spike in blood glucose levels due to the high content of refined carbohydrates and sugars in bread and jam. This sudden surge in glucose levels can lead to hyperglycemia.
Healthy ways to consume toast with jam to manage glucose levels
• Consider using bread enriched with fibre, such as sourdough/multigrain/fibre-fortified bread.
• You can make your toast fibre-rich by topping it with some vegetables.
• You may add lots of cheese to increase the protein content in the meal.
• Try replacing jam with peanut butter or guacamole, which will help lower the GI score of the meal.
Jams can impact hyperglycemia due to the carb content in them. Fruit jams typically contain high amounts of added sugars such as fructose and glucose, which can be quickly absorbed and cause spikes in blood glucose levels. Limiting the intake of high-carb, sugary foods like jam and bread can help manage blood glucose levels.
