Why its time to declare war on added sugar?
I was watching a Netflix documentary on “Blue Zones”. Essentially a Blue Zone is a demographic regional area where people live long lives. Not only do the residents live long,…
The fight against Sugar
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Is alcohol safe for diabetes patients in India ?
We often hear that diabetics need to control their diet and avoid sugar. But can they consume alcohol ?
In this article we seek to cover the great alcohol debate and shed some light on safe alcohol consumption for people living with type 2 diabetes.
The most important rule, and this goes without saying, is to keep alcohol consumption moderate. Studies have shown that moderate alcohol consumption may have positive health effects like raising HDL (good) cholesterol and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Other studies suggest that moderate alcohol consumption may even reduce risk of type 2 diabetes. The American Heart Association defines moderate alcohol consumption as 1 drink a day for women and 2 drinks a day for men. For reference, a single drink is measured as a 12 oz. beer, a 5 oz. glass of wine, or 1 ½ oz. of distilled spirits i.e. vodka, whisky, gin etc.