Eating sweets or sugar are often guilty pleasure before or after ech mel. But eating too many sweets or desserts can cause blood sugra spikes and increases the risk of type2 diabetes and obesity. Tap to read what is thebest time eat sweets or desserts!
Never on empty stomach
Do not eat sugar on an empty stomach as it can cause sudden blood glucose spikes and causes sudden energy crashes.
After meals
Eat sweets or desserts after having a blanched meal rather then on an empty stomach. Healthy diet rich in fibre, protein and fats helps prevent blood suagr spikes.
Midday sweet spot
Eating dessert in the modday or post lunch is ideal as this the time when your metabolism is most active. It helps body process sugar more effectively.
Before workout
Eating sweet before or fater workout can give you instant energy and replnish lost electrolytes and helps in muscle recovery if combined with protein.
Not before bed
Avoid eating desserts at night or right before going to bed as your metabolism is slow at this time. It disrupts your sleep and can lead to weight gain.
Eat smartly
Eat in small portions and pair sweets with high finre and protein rich foods such as yoghurt, fruits or nuts. This stablise blood sugar levels and prevents ebergy crashes.
Information credits
Sweedal Trinidade, Chief Dietician, PD Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mahim, shared this in an interaction with the OnlyMyHealth team.