Sweet Treats That Won’t Spike Blood Sugar
Sugar cravings can be hard to resist! Not only does sugar stimulate the brain’s reward system, triggering the release of feel-good hormone dopamine, studies show that consuming sugar leads to increased cravings, with desire for higher consumption.
However, high sugar foods such as candy, cake, and cookies can spike blood sugar levels – throwing your body’s natural energy processing out of whack.
Maintaining balanced blood sugar is critical to overall health – impacting the ability to lose weight, fertility, heart health, and even sleep. The key player here is insulin – the hormone responsible for delivering glucose (sugar) to your cells to convert it into usable energy. Overindulging in sugar can cause insulin resistance, leading to energy being stored as fat (instead of used).
Here are some healthy snacks that hit the sweet spot without spiking blood sugar:
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Dark Chocolate: Opt for dark chocolate with at least 85% cocoa. It’s lower in sugar and rich in antioxidants.
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Fresh Frozen Fruit: freeze fresh in season fruit to enjoy later – our favorites are grapes and cherries
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Frozen Yogurt Bites: Freeze dollops of full fat, unsweetened, Greek or Icelandic yogurt topped with fruit or nuts for a creamy, satisfying snack.
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Nut Butter Stuffed Dates: Fill fiber rich Medjool dates with almond or peanut butter for a sweet and filling option.
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Homemade Energy Balls: Blend oats, nut butter, and a touch of honey with add-ins like chia seeds or dried fruit. Roll them into bite-sized balls.
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Chia Pudding: Mix chia seeds with almond milk and let it sit overnight. Sweeten with a little honey or maple syrup and top with fruit.
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Pumpkin Spice Energy Bars: Make your own energy bars with oats, pumpkin puree, nuts, and spices for a festive treat.
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Coconut Yogurt Pudding: Mix cacao powder with creamy coconut yogurt for for an antioxidant and probiotic packed snack
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Roasted Chickpeas with Cinnamon: Roasting chickpeas with a sprinkle of cinnamon provides a crunchy, sweet snack that’s high in protein and fiber.
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Avocado Chocolate Mousse: Blend ripe avocado with cocoa powder and a natural sweetener like stevia or a bit of honey for a creamy, low-sugar dessert.
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