White bread is the main culprit causing high blood sugar
Chicken sandwiches are often considered a convenient, low-fat option. However, if using white bread, this dish can cause blood sugar to rise rapidly after eating, especially in the first 1-2 hours.
The reason is that white bread is made from refined flour, low in fiber, so it digests quickly, making glucose enter the blood faster. According to Brittany Poulson - a nutritionist at EatingWell (USA), "foods from refined grains often cause blood sugar to rise faster than whole grains.
Meanwhile, whole wheat bread or whole grains help slow down sugar absorption, thanks to their higher fiber content, thereby supporting blood sugar stabilization.
How to eat to reduce high blood sugar?
The positive point is that the chicken in bread provides lean protein, which can slow down sugar absorption. However, the deciding factor is still the total amount of carbohydrates and how the food is combined.
A bread with two slices of white bread can contain over 30g of carbohydrates. If eaten with soft drinks, french fries or sweet sauce, the increased blood sugar level will be even higher.
To limit this effect, users can replace white bread with whole wheat bread, add vegetables such as cucumbers, tomatoes, lettuce to increase fiber. Supplementing with a little healthy fat such as butter or cheese also helps slow down digestion.
According to experts, blood sugar reactions in each person are different, depending on physical condition, exercise level and eating habits. Therefore, you should monitor your body after eating to adjust the appropriate portion size, instead of rigidly applying a common diet.
