{"id":3636,"date":"2011-08-26T12:34:50","date_gmt":"2011-08-26T10:34:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/neuropoolwp-com.beast-hosting.com\/2011\/08\/26\/wieviel-alkohol-darf-ein-diabetiker-trinken\/"},"modified":"2011-08-26T12:34:50","modified_gmt":"2011-08-26T10:34:50","slug":"wieviel-alkohol-darf-ein-diabetiker-trinken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neuropool.com\/en\/reports\/health\/wieviel-alkohol-darf-ein-diabetiker-trinken.html","title":{"rendered":"How much alcohol can a diabetic drink?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Diabetics need to be careful when drinking alcohol, as it can seriously upset blood sugar levels and therefore jeopardise their health. But even if you have diabetes, you can still drink alcohol occasionally. This keeps diabetics in the safe zone when it comes to alcohol:
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Why alcohol is a risk for diabetics<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alcohol can exacerbate existing health problems. If the liver, kidneys or pancreas are already affected by diabetes, alcohol can further damage the organs. Nerve and eye damage can also be aggravated by alcohol. In the case of such existing health problems, the doctor will probably advise against drinking alcohol. <\/p>\n

Alcohol can cause blood sugar levels to drop. The liver prevents low blood sugar levels by releasing glucose into the bloodstream. Alcohol can stop this process in the liver, causing blood sugar levels to drop suddenly. The risk is increased if you drink alcohol on an empty stomach or during or immediately after exercise. Taking blood sugar-lowering medication or insulin also increases the risk of a drastic drop in blood sugar levels. To make matters worse, people under the influence of alcohol do not immediately notice the warning signs of a low blood sugar level. <\/p>\n

Alcohol can also cause blood sugar levels to rise excessively. Many alcoholic drinks contain carbohydrates, which can cause blood sugar levels to rise more quickly. Here too, the influence of alcohol means that the first warning signs of high blood sugar levels are often overlooked until it is too late. <\/p>\n

Alcohol contains many calories and few nutrients. A diabetic who is on a strict diet and has to watch their body weight can increase their calorie intake too much and gain weight by drinking alcohol. In addition, alcohol often causes an increased feeling of hunger and tempts you to snack between meals. <\/p>\n

Safe alcohol consumption for diabetics<\/strong><\/p>\n

If the doctor has given permission for occasional alcohol consumption, diabetics can use these tips to ensure that they are not putting their health at risk:<\/p>\n

Do not exceed the permitted amount of alcohol recommended by your doctor.
Test your blood sugar level before drinking alcoholic beverages. If the blood sugar level is too high or too low, it is better to avoid alcohol.
Check your blood sugar level before going to bed, as alcohol remains in the body for several hours. If the blood sugar level is too low, eat a snack before it drops further.
Ask your doctor for advice on how alcohol affects insulin or other medication.
Never drink on an empty stomach.
Never drink during or immediately after exercise.
Don't drink alcohol if you still have to drive.
If you drink alcohol, choose drinks that contain fewer carbohydrates, e.g. dry wine, low-calorie beer or mix drinks with water.
The friends present should know that a diabetic is present so that they can react correctly in an emergency.
Women should not drink more than one glass of alcohol per day, men no more than two.
One glass corresponds to 330 ml of beer, 150 ml of wine or 50 ml of schnapps.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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