You can select carbohydrates with a low glycemic index (meaning that your blood sugar rises more slowly). For example, oatmeal has a glycemic index of 55, and p

You can select carbohydrates with a low glycemic index (meaning that your blood sugar rises more slowly). For example, oatmeal has a glycemic index of 55, and pure glucose has a glycemic index of 100, meaning oatmeal spikes your blood sugar only 55% as much. This is true even for two items with identical calories.