Key Takeaways

Eating a bagel causes a rapid rise in blood sugar, followed by a drop.

Pairing bagels with high-fiber, protein-rich, and healthy fat foods can help decrease blood sugar spikes.

You can also reduce blood sugar spikes by eating smaller portions of a bagel or choosing whole wheat or multigrain options.

Bagels are a beloved breakfast staple, but when eaten plain, they can dramatically affect blood glucose (sugar) levels. The carbohydrates in bagels are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream, resulting in significant glucose spikes and subsequent crashes.

Bagels Can Spike Your Blood Sugar

Bagels are typically made with refined flour, meaning that the fiber (which typically slows digestion) has been removed from the grain. Here is what happens to your blood sugar when you ea

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