**3.4 Alcohol**

Risks related to alcohol intake include hypoglycemia (particularly for those using insulin or insulin secretagogue therapies), body mass gain, and hyperglycemia (for those consuming excessive amounts). In adults with diabetes, intake should be limited to one drink per day or less for women and two drinks per day or less for men. One standard drink is equal to 12 ounces of regular beer, 5 ounces of wine, and 1.5 ounces of distilled spirits [5].
