The best way to avoid the vicious boom-and-bust blood sugar cycle is to limit intake of high-glycemic carbohydrates and increase your intake of antioxidants, supplements (such as chromium) and anti-inflammatory foods proven to help stabilize blood-sugar — especially beans, nuts, seeds, healthful proteins, all members of the onion family (including garlic), and green vegetables.

New studies now indicate that we can add fragrant spices like cinnamon, cloves, and turmeric to the list.