What beverages can diabetics drink?

Question

I'm a diabetic and always careful about what I eat and drink. I mostly stick to water, but sometimes I crave something else. What other beverages can diabetics safely drink? Are there any specific juices or teas?

Alok Mehta · Accepted Answer

I'm always so careful about what I drink, it feels like everything has sugar! I mostly stick to water and plain tea or coffee without sugar. Have others found that even 'diet' drinks can sometimes mess with their levels? It makes me anxious sometimes.

Pooja Kumar · Answer

My health tracker app has a great section on this! For diabetics, water is always number one. Unsweetened tea (like green tea, black tea) and black coffee are good. Also, sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon or lime is a refreshing alternative to sodas. Avoid fruit juices, even 'no sugar added' ones, due to natural sugars.

Neha Sharma · Answer

Lots of water! 💧 Unsweetened chai or coffee is also a good option. You can also try nimbu paani without sugar, it's super refreshing! 😊 Stay hydrated! ✨

Ramesh Gupta · Answer

Water, unsweetened tea, and black coffee are generally safe.

Ananya Rao · Answer

Stick to water, unsweetened black coffee, or plain green/black tea. No sugar, no artificial sweeteners if you can avoid them. Fresh lime water without sugar is also fine. That's it, really. Don't complicate it.

Sanjay Kapoor · Answer

Being diabetic, I've tried many things. Honestly, the best and safest is always plain water. For a change, I sometimes have unsweetened green tea or a glass of buttermilk (chhach) without salt or sugar. Some people swear by methi paani but always check with your doctor first. It's about finding what suits your body without spiking sugar.

What beverages can diabetics drink?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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