If you have type 2 diabetes, you know it’s important to watch what you eat — and the types of drinks you consume. Drinks that are high in carbohydrates and calories can affect both your weight and your blood sugar.
The best drinks have either zero or very few calories, and deciding on a beverage isn’t really difficult. “When it comes right down to it, good beverage choices for type 2 diabetes are good choices for everyone,” she says.
Some good drinks for type 2 diabetes include:
Water
Fat-free or low-fat milk
Black coffee
Unsweetened tea (hot or iced)
Flavored water (zero calories) or seltzer
But sugary soda is one of the worst types of drinks for type 2 diabetes, according to the Mayo Clinic. The problems with soda include:
