Bettina Makalintal is a senior reporter at Eater.com, covering restaurant trends, home cooking advice, and all the food you can’t escape on your TikTok FYP. Previously, she worked for Bon Appétit and ...

Crystalline, powdered and white — don’t worry, I’m only talking about sugar. Though not an illicit substance, it might as well be. Highly addictive, Americans consume an average of 60 pounds of sugar ...

Sugar doesn't have to be off-limits if you have diabetes. A registered dietitian explains how to make sweet foods blood-sugar ...

Learn when to eat dessert to reduce blood sugar spikes, and how timing and meal balance can support steadier glucose levels.

The best time to eat dessert to avoid blood sugar spikes is earlier in the day, such as after lunch or mid-afternoon, when insulin sensitivity is higher. Pairing sweets with a balanced meal containing ...