Diabetes and Alcohol: Bad Combination

Diabetes and alcohol don't mix. Here's why.

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0:00 Diabetes and alcohol
0:20 Why diabetes and alcohol are a bad combination
2:14 What you could do
3:00 Bulletproof your immune system (free course!)

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Today we're going to talk about diabetes and alcohol and why they are a bad combo. All it takes is a small amount of alcohol to really throw off your blood sugars in a big way. Sugary wine, cocktails, margaritas, or beer can especially have an effect on your blood sugar levels.

If you're a prediabetic, alcohol could push you faster into becoming a diabetic. Alcohol affects the cells of the pancreas, and you can lose the function of insulin. If there is a loss of function of insulin, there's no more regulation of blood sugars. This can cause your blood sugar levels to go up.

Alcohol can also deplete the body of vitamin B1. Vitamin B1 is important to help prevent lactic acidosis, which can occur if you're a diabetic. One of the potential side effects of Metformin is a vitamin B1 deficiency. Lactic acidosis is a risk factor of Metformin. The higher the sugars (from your blood sugars or from the diet), the more vitamin B1 you may need.

Alcohol can also be created from GMO corn, rice, GMO beet sugar, or other grains.

When you drink alcohol, the stored sugar (glycogen) in your liver will not be as available to you. This could mean that you're going to need more medication because your blood sugars will not be as regulated. You could also lose the ability to detoxify alcohol if you're a diabetic. As far as the pancreas, you could have increased or decreased insulin.

A few things you could do:
1. Avoid alcohol
2. Only drink alcohol with meals (if you can't avoid it altogether)
3. Avoid sugary drinks
4. Take vitamin B1 (nutritional yeast)
5. Try kombucha tea instead as an alternative to alcohol

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 58, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Thanks for watching! If you're a diabetic, you may want to avoid alcohol or check out these tips.

[Kaiser]

I was a heavy drinker but stopped cold turkey and was clean for 6 months. After found out I have type 2 diabetes and I know for a fact it was from drinking a ton of alcohol for years on end and becoming obese. I've been clean 9 months and lost 80+ lbs. A little too late I guess, could of been avoided if I took care of myself and didn't turn to alcohol. Can only blame myself for what I done to my body. Just got to live with it now and be healthy as possible. Honestly I do not miss the alcohol what so ever.

[ivkadivka]

My father had type 1 diabetes (got it when he was 13). He drank beer every single day. He wanted to live as if he was a normal healthy person, I think. He passed at the age of 54. Pls, take good care of yourself, people!

[jcronin]

I'm so glad I stumbled across this channel. Full of important information. Thank you very much!!

[billfromelma]

I fell into the habit of daily drinking for many years which over time resulted in deteriorating health. Having a full blown gout attack at 44 attuned my attention that something was wrong. I quit that bad habit 20 months ago. Still suffering reoccuring gout attacks after quitting alcohol i researched the condition and what were contributing factors. Carbs and sugar were my weakness.
It has been almost a year since I watched my first video from Dr.Berg and decided to experiment on my own health with keto. That was the secret sauce for me. Pain and inflammation virtually nonexistant.

Thank you Dr. Eric Berg for your work. You have helped me more than anyone. Dr. Berg, I would like to share my story with you and give more detail if you are interested. I want to be a keto consultant when i grow up too.

[rakihiatau]

Doc. Your videos are great, if not a lifesaver, and I watch them regularly. You’re probably saving my life if not extending it as I am a diabetic. After 3 weeks on a keto diet I have managed to spend a full 24 hours with an mmol/L of between 8.0 and 4.0. I doubt if I have been able to do that since becoming a diabetic in 1996 (Type 1). Many thanks. Rakihia.

[scp]

Many people are drinking to cope with stress and I'm one of them! Trying the kombucha plus nutrional yeast, we'll see how it goes.

[dohaaloqab]

I totally 💯 agree with you May God guide you 🌺🌺 👩‍🌾

[RS-puti]

Awesome Dr. Berg. Always amzing information thank you for sharing 🙏

[patricianelson]

Thank you for this topic. My Uncle comitted suicide due to the docs told him he had to stop drinking. He was an alcoholic.

[Luigi-efgx]

I stopped all alcohol 2 years ago but I now enjoy a 16 oz glass of Pellegrino with lemon and 5-6 dashes of Angostura bitters. I know it has some alcohol in it but the flavor and digestive benefits are great. It’s extremely refreshing and tasty. A good substitute. And I sleep like a baby.

[scaldon]

People need to stop the damn drinking alcohol. Alchol is bad for your body period . Stop drinking alcohol.

[KenanTurkiye]

We appreciate how you guide us to better health with good sound knowledge Dr. Berg, best wishes. 👍 FOR THE VIDEO

[dailydoseofmedicinee]

Heavy drinking can reduce the body's sensitivity to insulin, which can trigger type 2 diabetes. Diabetes is a common side effect of chronic pancreatitis, which is overwhelmingly caused by heavy drinking.👍

[josephboronka]

Thank you Dr., I just got diagnosed as type 2 diabetes, and I want to reverse it.

[HS]

Thank you Dr Berg, you helped me and my family more than any Doctors, just taking medication is not the answer to our health problems. Three years of keto, low carb and IF, No alcohol f, at age of 56, I am getting into new hobby, Motorcycling, I plan to enjoy things that I can do now while I can do it. No more travelling because of Covid, so I got my self a motorcycle. I will try to get my friend to put alcohol aside and join me, hopefully it will keep his mind of Alcohol.

[RosaLong]

As always!❤️👏🏽👏🏽 GREAT INFORMATION Dr. Berg!🫶🏽 Thank you!!🙏🏽

[imeldaw.m]

Dr berg can u do a video on moisturizers do we need them I know you said vitamin e for scars can you do a video on vitamin c serums or retinod creams?

[reneejones]

I knew you saw me drinking those two margaritas last night

[anirudhsasank]

Hi doctor please make a video on vaccines.Their advantages and disadvantages

[SS-hwrf]

Amazing topic, just extraordinary.
This video is very energetic.