M., Inc., modified by University of California San Francisco). Maqui berry extract can be found in the rainforests of Chile or Argentina. One study found that people who consume more water have a lower chance of developing high blood sugar levels. If you had a fasting blood glucose test, a level between 70 and 100 mg/dL (3.9 and 5.6 mmol/L) is considered normal. The magazine draws only from peer reviewed studies, academic research centers, and medical journals. Blood glucose monitoring is far preferable, both clinically and for home monitoring by patients. There are claims that bitter gourds or bitter melon, which can be eaten as a vegetable in India, and other parts Asia, lower blood glucose. This means that you will not be allowed to eat or drink anything other than water for 8 to 10 hours prior to the test. Surprisingly white potatoes and popcorn are worse than regular ice cream, according the index. Not eating on a regular basis can deprive the body of glucose and make it difficult to prevent hypoglycemia.