Discover the effects of drinking beer on your body and blood glucose levels. 0:26 - Immediate impact of beer on glucose 0:58 - Key ingredients in beer and their effect 1:39 - Alcohol and glucose: What you need to know 2:26 - Best beer options for glucose 3:26 - How context influences the effects of beer 4:39 - Tips for safe beer consumption 5:59 - Specific recommendations for those on diabetes medications 7:06 - Lactic acidosis and metformin: What you need to know 7:25 - Mixing beer with other types of alcohol: Is it safe? 9:18 - Final tips for managing alcohol consumption with diabetes WE ARE DIABETES SPECIALISTS! ✅ Schedule an online or in-person consultation, or request information about our services: 💬 WhatsApp 👉🏻 https://wa.me/message/3DEI7GUUZASPC1 ☎️ (55) 4742 6420 WEBSITE - https://diabesmart.com.mx/ FACEBOOK - / diabesmart.mx INSTAGRAM - / diabesmart __ Does beer raise glucose? The answer is yes, but it's not that simple. Beer can raise your glucose initially because of the carbohydrates it contains, but it can later cause it to drop due to the alcohol. This double effect can be complicated if you have diabetes or problems with your glucose levels. Why does beer affect your glucose? Carbohydrates: Beer contains malt, which is a type of sugar that your body digests quickly. This raises your blood glucose in the first 30-60 minutes after drinking it. Alcohol: Alcohol has another effect: it tells your liver to stop releasing glucose. This can cause a drop in glucose (hypoglycemia) later on, especially if you haven't eaten or if you consume several beers. Factors that influence The impact of beer depends a lot on the situation: On an empty stomach: Carbohydrates quickly raise your glucose, but alcohol can cause it to drop later, increasing the risk of hypoglycemia. With a large meal: Eating something rich in protein and fat helps slow the absorption of alcohol and carbohydrates, making glucose levels more stable. If you're sitting or resting: Glucose can stay elevated longer because you're not burning calories. If you're dancing or exercising: Physical activity can prevent a glucose spike, but it also increases the risk of hypoglycemia later on if you don't eat. Are all beers the same? No. Light or low-carb beers have less of an impact on glucose, while regular or craft beers contain more carbohydrates and often more alcohol. Non-alcoholic beers may seem like a safe choice, but many are high in carbohydrates. What if you take diabetes medications? Insulin or sulfonylureas: Increase the risk of hypoglycemia. Metformin: Excessive alcohol can cause a rare but serious lactic acidosis. SGLT-2 inhibitors: May increase the risk of ketoacidosis. Always consult your doctor about how to manage alcohol with your medications. Tips for safe beer drinking Eat something before or during. Choose low-carb beers. Monitor your glucose levels before, during, and after drinking. Don't drink more than one or two beers at a time. If you exercise, bring a snack to avoid hypoglycemia.