If you’re anything like me, it can be tough to resist all of the comfort foods and sugary sweets that come with the holidays. Aside from being not so good for you, excess refined sugar and carbs can cause a sudden spike and then drop in your blood sugar. We’ve probably all felt this within our bodies – maybe w/out even realizing it.

So why should you care about how stable your blood sugar is? Stable blood sugar means a better mood, less irritability, more balanced hormones, etc. We could all use a little extra support in these areas during the hectic (and tempting!) holiday season, so here are some tips on keeping your blood sugar levels stable:

Sprinkle some cinnamon

While most spices have their benefits, there’s one spice that can actually play a huge role in balancing your blood sugar – cinnamon – not pumpkin spice! This magical spice helps curb blood sugar spikes by lowering insulin resistance. I love sprinkling cinnamon on my coffee in the morning, but it’s also pretty delish on roasted sweet potatoes.

Add ACV to your diet

Apple cider vinegar is a magical little liquid – it works wonders for soooo many things. Like help balance your blood sugar, so drink up. The easiest way to get your daily dose of ACV is by mixing one tablespoon with a cup of water and honey to taste. Add in a sprinkle of cinnamon for bonus points.

Eat before you drink

One of the most common ways we spike our blood sugar levels is from drinking alcohol on an empty stomach. So before indulging in a glass of wine at a holiday party, try having a quick snack to balance out your blood sugar. For anyone pregnant, you obvi don’t have to worry about this, but sugary drinks can also mimic alcohol, so snack before drinking those, too.

Snack often

To keep your blood sugar stable, it’s important to eat every few hours. Replenish your body with snacks that are low on the glycemic index, like veggie sticks and hummus or nuts and berries. These foods release energy into your bloodstream slower than high-carb snacks like chips or cookies, leading to more stable blood sugar levels.

Anything else to add to this list?