In reference to the order in which we eat food, how about meals that mix proteins, carbs, and veggies all at the same time? Like stir fry.

Fibre, protein, and fat all slow digestion and absorption and therefore cause slower and lower rises in glucose. In some individuals, a mixed meal like stir fry may spike glucose faster and higher than if consuming the vegetables, meat, and then rice in that order. To enjoy mixed meals and stay steady, have a veggie appetizer first, or make your first few bites of the dish vegetables and protein, and make culinary swaps like using brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice instead of white rice.

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