People with diabetes need to be very careful if they plan on drinking anything that contains alcohol. The reason for this is consuming alcohol can have a severe impact on blood sugar levels, raising or lowering it dramatically, which can be very dangerous.
\nHere are some of the ways that consuming alcohol can affect diabetes:
\n\u2022\u00a0It affects liver function which is important for regulating blood sugar levels
\n\u2022\u00a0There may be an interaction with diabetes controlling medications that can lower blood sugar too much
\n\u2022\u00a0Some alcoholic beverages contain carbohydrates which can raise blood sugar levels
\n\u2022\u00a0It acts as an appetite stimulant causing a person to overeat
\n\u2022\u00a0It can numb the senses which may already be impaired by diabetes
\nAlcoholic beverages should be consumed in small quantities, no more than two drinks for men and one for women in a 24 hour time span. Drinks should be taken with food which will help with its absorption. It is important to consume alcohol slowly to give the body a chance to process it. It is also important to stay away from alcoholic beverages that are mixed with anything sugary.
\nIf a person has diabetes and they feel like they must have an alcoholic beverage from time to time, consult a physician to understand how alcohol will interact with medications.<\/p>\n
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