10 Foods to Avoid Eating on an Empty Stomach
6. Fruit Juices
Juicing fruit strips away much of its healthy fiber. Since fiber slows down sugar absorption, drinking a glass of juice instead of eating a whole piece of fruit leads to a rapid spike in blood sugar. These large surges of fructose put stress on the pancreas and can be taxing on the liver, especially on an empty stomach. Instead, enjoy a whole piece of fruit paired with a source of protein, like nut butter.
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