Can I Drink Red Wine on a Keto Diet

We completed round two of our wine test to determine how red wine affected our blood glucose and ketone readings. 

The results showed that our bodies made it a priority to clear the alcohol, but that may not have been the most important factor when considering whether red wine is okay for your low-carb lifestyle. 

See our complete results and our thoughts on the questions, "Can I drink red wine on my low-carb/keto diet?"

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Disclaimer: Dr. Becky Gillaspy, DC received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. Her use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to herself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy was a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, but she no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients. Dr. Keith Gillaspy, DC, CFMP received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1991. He also completed 300 hours of post-graduate study resulting in his certification in Functional Medicine. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Gillaspy is a licensed chiropractor in Pennsylvania, and continues to practice in Pennsylvania, and see patients. 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. Gillaspy 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. Dr Becky Fitness LLC and Drs. Rebecca Gillaspy, D.C. and Dr. Keith Gillaspy, D.C. are not liable or responsible for any advice, course of treatment, diagnosis or, any conclusions drawn, services or, product you obtain through this video or site.

[jstar]

I said it before I'll say it again, i lost 45 lbs on keto drinking lots of Pinot Noir almost daily. Cheers!

[BeachCAL]

YES adding to the crowd that would request a hard liquor test with Vodka, Gin, Tequilla which are all 0 Carb. Thank you!

[nherring]

Very interesting. Thank you for taking the time to make and share this video. I happen to be reading about red wine in Drs. Fung and Diinicolantonio's book "The Longevity Solution" . On page 138, they state that "Drinking red wine with a meal maximizes one of the main health benefits of the wine, which is its ability to decrease after meal spikes in lipids and glucose." I wonder how much differently your results would compare if you experimented with the same wines consumed with a meal. Thank you again for sharing your conjectures. Really enjoy your videos.

[jenniferkeeling]

That was so sweet of you both to do this test! Very interesting results with individual outcomes. I do enjoy a glass of red wine a couple a times a week so this made my choice more clear.

[itisjustmedude]

If you look at the label you can use the alcohol percentage to get a rough idea about how much residual sugar there is in a wine. The higher the alcohol percentage, the less residual sugar there is.

[eileenvogel]

How wonderful of you to drink to US and for US! Thank you for this. I would have thought the red wine was better. Have avoided wine since KETO so am now more encourage.

[suginami]

Occasionally I have a few small glasses of red with a lot of water. I feel fine. Still lots of energy. I relax. I’m not stressed. Enjoy life.

[skp]

I’m telling you guys - Dry Farm Wine is the bomb. They highly vet wines to ensure no sugar has been added in addition to preservatives and chemicals. I can drink (2) glasses with no significant glucose or ketone response.

[TheRealRealOK]

I love Zinfandel and Cab. Dry reds are my favorite.

[MrPaupau]

Nice test with a glass or 2 of wine... When I drink wine, it's usually about 3 bottles! Can you do that test?

[mzzkc]

Merlot and Carbonet Savingnon is the best for Keto dieters

[davidcoomber]

I lost three weeks drinking red wine, on a serious note there is a massive difference between drinking with food or drinking on a empty stomach, the only way to do this experiment is to conduct it at different times of day and with or without food

[afarro]

I did the test too but I might have done it wrong … I drank 9 oz glass of Cabernet at each of 0 min, 30 min, 60 min and 120 min … after that I could do barely any reading at all ..

[JoanVBruce]

Like your video on wines but I wonder if you should have compared or mentioned the alcohol content of each.

[RobCLynch]

A friend of mine is type 2 and she loves her red wine 🍷
However, if she has some carbs at dinner, followed by red wine, a huge craving for chocolate will develop, followed by extreme hunger late at night.
From that experience, it's my opinion that if one must have red wine, then have it with dinner and not too long after eating.

[KristaHarrisSB]

What was the alcohol content of the two wines? Usually Zinfandels are higher in alcohol so that might have been a factor, too.

[MrsTabby]

This is very timely as I am going on an all inclusive cruise next week and intend to be drinking one class of red wine with my evening meal. I rarely drink otherwise so one glass is more than enough I think. Thanks.

[distlledbrewedreviewed]

I lost 40lbs drinking beer and eating meat. I was young and that result did shock me. That was before I ever heard of Atkins or keto. That was just the food groups of a young single man. I lifted weights and ran, but the same amount as when I ate carbs. I don't understand this whole food thing and apparently no one else does either.

[giulias.]

I really like the two of you!
And thank you for the scientific approach of this test.
Love, from Rome. ❤💜

[gregvalunas]

Once again, a stellar report! Thanks you two! :)