Climate station map. The climate station map shows around 300 stations across the UK for which 1981-2010 averages are available. By clicking on one of the sites you will be taken to the table of available data.
Therefore, diet soft drinks that contain these sweeteners will not affect your blood glucose. However, other diet or sugar-free beverages may contain another type of sweetener, called a sugar alcohol. Examples of sugar alcohols include sorbitol, mannitol, and xylitol.
So, the short-term effect of consuming alcohol can be an increase in blood sugar levels. But a longer-term effect might be a drop in blood sugar. 1  Always check your blood sugar before you have a drink so you can manage your blood sugar in a proactive manner.  Know how many carbohydrates are in one drink.