Topsec said:We've just had a gin and slimline :wink:
Got to say that slimline tonic ain't like the fat stuff but at least it was gin!!
I have no advice on whether it lowers BG, some people say it does, others haven't noticed, but it is fun trying!!
I'm not a big drinker, nor is Mr TS so one every now and then is nice. Unfortunately two of his favour tire tipples; Magners Cider and Crabbies Alco Ginger Beer are now off limits
bigfatpaulie said:In my experience it does!! My sugars are ridiculous each day BUT If I have a couple of scotches OR Gin OR Vodkas and a sugarfree mixer in the evening-My BG does drop about 3mmol or so.
However,I did find cider or real Ale spiked me a lot so I avoid now(which is a shame because I used to be a Real Ale Pub fan!sob)
bigfatpaulie said:Oh God yes!! :lol:
No Paul Gascoigne/Oliver Reed type amounts!!
Jeannemum said:I`m not joining you on this one. One of my many medications can damage the liver, mine is in fine fettle, and I want to keep it that way :wink:
bigfatpaulie said:Looking forward to seeing your pre bedtime reading after the 'Mothers Ruin' Erm,i mean Gin and tonic experiment! :thumbup:
Grazer said:Testing shows me it's best to have your couple of drinks before eating rather than after, although your BG will go down either way. Enjoy!
Grazer said:I can confirm absolutely that it will, being as this is my specialist subject! Any spirits, clear or not, have zero carbs as all the sugar has been brewed out to make the alcohol. The liver processes things in order of importance. It sees alcohol as a toxin, and can't process carbs into glucose while it's getting rid of alcohol. This is not a reason to over-indulge of course, and using it just to lower BGs probably isn't the thing to do - no good getting nice low BGs and cirrhosis of the liver! But as mum said, a little of what you like is good for you. Make sure it doesn't clash with any meds you're on. Metformin is ok. The packets have warnings on alcohol, because there is a very rare reaction you can get if your liver is already damaged and you drink a great deal of alcohol. Your couple of G&T's will be fine. If I am going to have a drink, like on a friday night for example, i'll use that as a night when I have one of my more carby meals to make use of it! Testing shows me it's best to have your couple of drinks before eating rather than after, although your BG will go down either way.
Enjoy!
Whoa girl! Steady down! Wine is ok too by the way. Dry red best, but white is fine. Carb ratings vary, but most suggest a large glass has about 3 gram carbs. However, the BG lowering effect far outweighs the carbs. A bottle of Rioja and I can handle a big spaghetti Bol! In general terms, the stronger the alcohol the less carbs. Obviously have to use diet mixers. I do genuinely have concerns about people drinking just to manage BGs though. 'Spose there's not much difference in end result compared to me drinking because I like it, but alcohol just for medication needs thinking about. Need to remember the weight issues as well.MaryJ said:Grazer said:Testing shows me it's best to have your couple of drinks before eating rather than after, although your BG will go down either way. Enjoy!
Grazer - you beauty, certainly is your specialist subject, I wouldn't have thought of that :lol:
How about before, during and after :crazy:
Mary x
Grazer said:Whoa girl! Steady down! Wine is ok too by the way. Dry red best, but white is fine. Carb ratings vary, but most suggest a large glass has about 3 gram carbs. However, the BG lowering effect far outweighs the carbs. A bottle of Rioja and I can handle a big spaghetti Bol! In general terms, the stronger the alcohol the less carbs. Obviously have to use diet mixers. I do genuinely have concerns about people drinking just to manage BGs though. 'Spose there's not much difference in end result compared to me drinking because I like it, but alcohol just for medication needs thinking about. Need to remember the weight issues as well.MaryJ said:Grazer said:Testing shows me it's best to have your couple of drinks before eating rather than after, although your BG will go down either way. Enjoy!
Grazer - you beauty, certainly is your specialist subject, I wouldn't have thought of that :lol:
How about before, during and after :crazy:
Mary x
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