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Avoiding Lows While Drinking Alcohol

Written by: Ginger Vieira

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April 26, 2022

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Yes, people with diabetes can drink alcohol, but there are a few very important things to keep in mind. Alcohol can actually lead to hypoglycemia in the hours after you drink—especially if you take insulin.

Here’s what you need to know:

Educational content related to severe hypoglycemia is made possible with support from Lilly Diabetes, an active partner of Beyond Type 1 at the time of publication. Editorial control rests solely on Beyond Type 1.

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Ginger Vieira

Ginger Vieira is an author and writer living with type 1 diabetes, Celiac disease, fibromyalgia, and hypothyroidism. She’s authored a variety of books, including “When I Go Low” (for kids), “Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes,” and “Dealing with Diabetes Burnout.” Before joining Beyond Type 1, Ginger spent the last 15 years writing for Diabetes Mine, Healthline, T1D Exchange, Diabetes Strong, and more! In her free time, she is jumping rope, scootering with her daughters, or walking with her handsome fella and their dogs.

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