What affect does alcohol have on type 2 diabetes?

It adds calories and: Alcohol has no direct harmful effect but it can upset the sugar control by adding to the problem of more calories(100-150 calories per drink). It also makes you eat more and to become somewhat indiscreet in eating items(like sweets) which do not help in weight control which is the key to keep a good control over your sugar, .

DM 2: Alcohol consumption taken in moderation does not elevate blood sugar. Alcoholics tend to deminish food intake when drunk thereby affecting metabolism and dm2 causing hypoglycemia.

Moderate OK: It is ok to drink moderately if you have diabetes, but remember alcohol has calories and needs to be considered as part of your dietary intake. Also, alcohol without food can lead to low glucose later. Rarely, alcohol can interact with some medications.