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Family gatherings, events and festivities during the holiday period usually involve various types of food and alcohol. This can make monitoring diabetes and blood glucose levels more difficult. There are two things to be mindful of when drinking; the number of carbohydrates contained in the drink and whether or not it contains alcohol.
When drinking non-alcoholic beverages, it is recommended to select diet alternatives rather than full-sugar beverages. A non-diet soda can contain as much as 49 grams of carbohydrate per serving compared to the zero carbs found in the diet equivalent.
Consuming alcohol in moderation is safe for people living with diabetes. Drinking alcohol on an empty stomach can cause low blood glucose levels. It is important to be aware that low blood sugar can cause shaking and dizziness. If you are consuming alcohol, consider the number of carbohydrates (these can be seen in the tables below). Both white and red wines provide a similar amount of carbs per 5-ounce serving, between 3 and 5 grams. Dessert wines, however, can contain up to 20 grams. Stay safe this holiday season.
|
Beverage |
Carbohydrate |
|
Beer, Lite |
5 grams |
|
Beer, Regular |
12 grams |
|
Beer, Dark |
Up to 25 grams |
|
Beer, Guiness Draft |
17 grams |
|
Beer, Non-Alcoholic |
5-12 grams |
|
Wine Cooler |
up to 30 grams |
|
Champagne, Dry (brut) |
2-5 grams |
|
Champagne, Spumante |
up to 10 grams |
|
White Wine |
4 grams |
|
Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio |
3 grams |
|
Dry Champagne |
4 grams |
|
White Wine |
4 grams |
|
White Zinfandel Wine |
4 grams |
|
Chenin Blanc, Riesling and Semillon |
5 grams |
|
Dry Red Wine |
3 to 4 grams |
|
Sweet/Dessert Wine |
12 to 20 grams |
|
Liqueurs like Amaretto and Kahlua |
17 grams |
|
Sambuca, Cointreau, and Bailey's Irish Cream |
5 to 7 grams |
|
Vodka |
0 grams |
|
Rum |
0 grams |
|
Gin |
0 grams |
|
Tequila |
0 grams |
|
Whiskey |
0 grams |
|
Scotch |
0 grams |
|
Brandy |
0 grams |
|
Cognac |
0 grams |
|
Southern Comfort |
3 grams |
|
Mixed Drink |
Carbohydrate |
|
Gin and Tonic |
15 grams |
|
Rum & Regular Cola |
15 grams |
|
Rum & Diet Cola |
0 grams |
|
Black Russian |
16 grams |
|
Bloody Mary |
5 grams |
|
Fuzzy Navel |
38 grams |
|
Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri |
44 grams |
|
Kamikaze |
15 grams |
|
Long Island Iced Tea |
10 grams |
|
Manhattan |
2 grams |
|
Margarita, Classic |
11-25 grams |
|
Margarita, Frozen |
12-96 grams |
|
Mint Julep |
8 grams |
|
Old Fashioned |
5 grams |
|
Martini |
0-1 grams |
|
Mojito |
25 grams |
|
Pina Colada |
30-50 grams |
|
Seabreeze |
20 grams |
|
Screwdriver (vodka & OJ) |
19 grams |
|
Sloe Gin Fizz |
3 grams |
|
Tequila Sunrise |
15 grams |
|
Tom Collins |
3 grams |
|
White Russian |
16 grams |
IBD Medical was born in Sydney Australia. Our mission is to help improve the lives of people living with diabetes by providing the best possible support products and information.
Please remember, it is important to consult with a doctor or diabetes healthcare professional for personalised advice and guidance on how to manage diabetes.
Remember to always seek advice from your medical practitioner before changing anything about your diabetes management. The above information is not medical advice.
