Worrisome Diabetes Advice from Reader’s Digest: From David Perlmutter, MD

Dear Reader’s Digest:

I recently reviewed some content on your website that identified The Best and Worst Drinks for Diabetics, and your recommendations were such that I feel compelled to author this response.

In this discussion, which is actually supportive of artificially sweetened beverages your page indicates:

… the American Diabetes Association still suggests that diet soda is a better alternative to a sugar-packed version for people watching their blood sugar. How much: If you already have a soda habit, it’s probably OK to sip one a day instead of a sugary version.

This unfortunate recommendation will likely endanger many diabetics and countless non-diabetics.  Continue Reading