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Your blood sugar (also known as blood glucose or glucose levels) is an essential part of how your body fuels itself. Some of the biggest benefits of managing your glucose well are reducing your risk for insulin resistance, type II diabetes, avoiding obesity, and maintaining energy levels throughout your day. Conversely, having unstable glucose levels can result in excess bodyfat, insulin resistance and constant feels of hunger or low energy.

Your blood sugar levels are primarily affected when you eat carbohydrates, which your digestive system turns into glucose. Eating sugar will obviously increase your blood sugar, but things that are “salty” and not sweet can also be major sources of carbohydrates. Any food with carbohydrates (ie chips, bread, pizza, etc.) will increase your blood ...