2. Cut back on refined grain bread
Many types of bread, especially whole grain bread, contain vitamins and minerals. Unrefined whole grain bread is also considered a complex carb, meaning it takes longer to digest and affects blood sugar gradually instead of all at once (5Trusted Source
While breads made with refined grains, like white bread, aren’t always higher in carbs than whole grain breads, the process of refining the grains can reduce the micronutrient and fiber content of the bread.
Without a lot of fiber, the sugar and carbs in the bread are processed quickly in the body, which can lead to blood sugar spikes. Over time, this can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes (11, 12Trusted Source).
Sticking with a moderate amount of whole grain bread, or lessening your daily intake of bread in general, can help you ingest fewer simple carbs that can spike blood sugar.
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