Drink with care
Is there room for alcohol in your diet if you have diabetes? Perhaps, if you are particularly vigilant about its use. The first problem with alcohol is that it lowers blood sugar levels due to its effect on the liver. The second is that it is high in calories—almost as high as fat—but with few nutrients. If you get the green light from your health-care team that it is okay to drink on occasion, here are some useful tips.
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