Can diabetics have wine?
My doctor told me to cut down on alcohol after my diabetes diagnosis, but I enjoy a glass of wine sometimes at social gatherings. Is it completely off-limits for diabetics, or can we have a small amount occasionally?
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5 months ago
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Yaar, ek glass wine se kuch nahi hoga but bottle mat khatam kar dena! Just make sure you are not drinking on an empty stomach. Always keep a tab on your readings, otherwise your doctor will give you a free lecture next time!
5 months ago
Honestly, you can have dry wine occasionally, but avoid the sweet dessert wines. Alcohol can actually make your sugar drop dangerously low later, especially if you are on medications. Please eat some carbs alongside and monitor your levels before sleeping.
5 months ago
Hey! Yes, dry red wine is usually fine in moderation! Just limit it to one small glass and drink plenty of water too. Cheers to keeping it balanced and happy! 🍷
5 months ago
Beta, I have had diabetes for 15 years now and I do enjoy a small glass of red wine during family functions. Nothing went wrong because I never overdo it and always eat my dinner on time. Moderation is the ultimate key, don't worry too much.
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5 months ago
My dad has type 2 diabetes and he occasionally has a little dry white wine when we go out. We always make sure he has had a proper meal first to avoid any sudden sugar crashes. Just talk to your doc once about how it mixes with your daily medicines.
4 months ago
If you plan to have wine, just make sure you check your blood sugar levels before and after. Strips are getting so expensive these days, so plan it properly so you don't have to keep testing repeatedly. Better to be safe than paying for expensive hospital visits later.