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Diabetic Alcoholic Drinks

2018-10-21 09:40:19
Hello Doctor, I am a Diabetic patient, used to drink 2 times in a week. I know drinking is bad for health. My sugar levels are 125and 160. Lot of peoples saying is drinking whiskey increase the blood sugars levels high. Shall I take RUM or Brandy?
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All forms of alcohol will increase blood sugar levels. Kindly restrain alcohol for optimal blood sugar control.

Answered2018-10-21 13:41:03

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