Try adding some of the fresh, zesty root to stir fries, soups or fish dishes, or steep 1/8 tsp of fresh grated ginger in hot water to make a therapeutic tea. Or: take a 200-mg supplement three times per day. You can find the supplements in health-food and natural-food stores, as well as some supermarkets.
However, eating carbohydrates that consist of simple sugars such as baked good, cookies and cakes influence blood glucose and insulin levels. Simple sugars are digested very quickly, which can cause blood sugar and insulin levels to spike.
Stress, whether physical or mental, is a significant contributor to rises in blood sugar levels. After surgery or during an illness or injury, blood sugar levels can quickly rise over the course of a few hours. Certain medications can also cause spikes in blood sugar, such as steroids.