Verywell / Zorica Lakonic
Dehydrationis a common side effect for people living with diabetes.
This article presents information about fruit juices, diet soda, coffee, tea, and other beverages.
But there are healthy alternatives.
Verywell / Zorica Lakonic
Vegetable Juices
Vegetable juices may not raise blood glucose levels as much as fruit juices do.
Check the label on the bottle or, for an even better option, make your own at home.
You’ll get a good dose of fiber, vitamins, and minerals with this water source, too.
Otherwise, you’ll need to eat raw foods to get the most benefit.
It’s low in fiber, so it delivers quick carbohydrates that can also elevate blood sugar.
Alcohol
Even though it’s a liquid,alcoholcan actually be dehydrating.
Eating something along with alcohol can help stabilize your blood sugar.
Sports and Energy Drinks
Many people choose sports and energy drinks when thirsty or while exercising.
These tend to be high in sugar and should generally be avoided.
One exception may be during exercise, when small amounts can help to avoid low blood sugar.
Sugar-sweetened soda and other sugary drinks are also major contributors to obesity.
They are saccharin,acesulfame,aspartame, neotame, andsucralose.
There seems to be both a direct and indirect effect between drinking diet soda and diabetes.
At the same time, being dehydrated is a common side effect of diabetes.
Ultimately, the body becomes dehydrated as fluid is pulled from the organs and tissues.
Therecommended daily fluid intakevaries for different groups.
Additionally, when it is very hot or you are exercising, you may need more fluid.
These can be signs you aren’t managing your diabetes as well as you could.
Some drinks, including fruit juices, are likely to spike blood sugar.
Water is always the best choice, but other good options include vegetable juices and homemade iced teas.
Drinks to avoid include alcoholic beverages and soda (even artificially sweetened sodas).
Staying hydrated is especially important with diabetes, so check that that you’re drinking enough.
Talk to your healthcare provider if you have concerns about the beverages that you drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
Water is the best drink to help lower blood pressure and control diabetes.
There’s some research that other beverages may have benefits.
Yes, but keep in mind several tips to ensure you enjoy that drink safely.
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