Does Sugar Spike Immediately After Eating? Separating Fact from Fiction
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Diabetes Association, blood sugar typically peaks within one to two hours after eating for most individuals. The idea that blood sugar spikes immediately after eating is a common misconception, as the body’s digestive process requires time to convert food into glucose before it can be absorbed into the bloodstream.