Gin and Tonic (1 Cocktail)

Use unsweetened or zero-sugar tonic water instead of regular tonic; regular tonic is often the main source of rapidly absorbed sugar.

Keep the pour modest and dilute the drink with sparkling water, ice, lime, cucumber, or mint rather than adding juice or sweetened mixers.

Avoid drinking on an empty stomach; pair it with a small snack such as a handful of nuts, plain Greek yogurt, or hummus with non-starchy vegetables.

Sip slowly and avoid having multiple gin and tonics close together, since total mixer carbohydrate can add up quickly.

Take a gentle 10–20 minute walk after drinking if it is safe and appropriate for you.

If you use insulin or glucose-lowering medication, monitor more closely: alcohol can cause delayed low glucose even when a sweet mixer causes an earlier rise.