But if you do, heres how to reduce misery: Go slow: GLP-1 users often feel alcohol stronger/faster Eat protein first One drink, one water Choose lower-sugar options: dry wine, spirits with zero-sugar mixers Avoid dessert drinks (theyre nausea + reflux bait) Important: If you have diabetes or take other medications that affect blood sugar, alcohol can increase risk
In 2004, researchers conducted a meta-analysis of 61 randomized controlled trials evaluating GLP-1 RAs, sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i), dipeptidyl peptidase 4 inhibitors (DPP-4i) and didnt find an increased risk of diabetic retinopathy events with GLP-1 RAs or any of the other classes of antihyperglycemic medications
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In addition to causing your pancreas to release insulin, Semaglutide also blocks a hormone that causes your liver to release sugar