Alcohol
When you have diabetes, it can be safe for you to have the occasional drink. However, it is important for you to understand how alcohol can affect your blood sugar levels.
Tips
Don’t drink on an empty stomach. Eat a meal or snack before drinking.
Limit yourself to 1 drink. One standard drink is equivalent to ½ glass (100mL) of wine, 1 can (330mL) of regular beer or 1 nip (30mL) of spirit (whiskey, vodka, gin).
Sip your drink slowly.
Mix your drink with diet soft drinks or tonic water, or choose light beers.
Carry jelly beans with you in case your blood sugar levels drop.