Meal order may influence blood sugar and insulin responses
Eating low glycemic index foods first may alter blood sugar and insulin responses after a meal. Researchers found that meal sequencing can impact these responses.
This may be relevant for people managing blood sugar, based on observational study findings.
What was studied
Researchers observed how the order of food consumption affects short-term blood sugar and insulin levels after eating.
Foods involved
Low glycemic index foods like vegetables or salad were eaten first, followed by higher glycemic index foods such as bread, rice, or potatoes.
Common questions
Does meal order affect blood sugar levels?
Observational studies suggest that eating low glycemic index foods first may influence blood sugar and insulin responses after a meal.
Sources
- Food order can shift short-term blood sugar and insulin responses after a meal MedicalXpress · medicalxpress.com
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