Tag: healthy eating

How Drinking Coffee After a Meal Can Increase Postprandial Blood Sugar

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

Many enjoy a warm cup of coffee after meals, often as a comforting ritual to end a satisfying meal. However, recent studies suggest that this widespread habit could influence blood sugar levels, particularly for those already managing prediabetes or diabetes. This article explores how drinking coffee after a meal may impact postprandial (after-meal) blood glucose…

The Plate Method: A Scientific Guide to Lowering Post-Meal Blood Sugar

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

The Plate Method is a visual approach to meal planning that has been shown to reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes by 20-30% [American Diabetes Association, 2019]. This evidence-based strategy simplifies portion control while ensuring balanced nutrition and improved glycemic control. Scientific Basis Research published in the Journal of Diabetes Care demonstrates that using the Plate…