Alcohol and diabetes

Many people enjoy drinking alcohol, whether it is a glass of wine with a meal, a celebratory glass of champagne or a pint with friends at the pub. The good news is that there is no need to give up alcohol just because you have diabetes. We recommend no more than 2 units per day for women and 3 units per day for men. The aim of these pages is to provide you with general guidance about the effects of alcohol and how to drink sensibly if you have diabetes.