{"id":41635,"date":"2022-08-14T13:48:55","date_gmt":"2022-08-14T17:48:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/?p=41635"},"modified":"2023-09-21T12:10:28","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T16:10:28","slug":"alcoholism-and-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"Alcoholism and Diabetes: Is There an Increased Risk?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#The_Correlation_Between_Alcoholism_and_Diabetes\" title=\"The Correlation Between Alcoholism and Diabetes\">The Correlation Between Alcoholism and Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#Risks_of_Alcohol_Use_for_Diabetics\" title=\"Risks of Alcohol Use for Diabetics\">Risks of Alcohol Use for Diabetics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#What_are_the_Health_Risks_While_Diabetic\" title=\"What are the Health Risks While Diabetic?\">What are the Health Risks While Diabetic?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#The_following_are_some_of_the_health_complications_caused_by_alcohol_among_diabetics\" title=\"The following are some of the health complications caused by alcohol among diabetics:\">The following are some of the health complications caused by alcohol among diabetics:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#The_Harsh_Reality_of_Alcoholism\" title=\"The Harsh Reality of Alcoholism\">The Harsh Reality of Alcoholism<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#Unfortunately_diabetes_and_alcoholism_can_go_undiagnosed_until_it_is_too_late\" title=\"Unfortunately, diabetes and alcoholism can go undiagnosed until it is too late.&nbsp;\">Unfortunately, diabetes and alcoholism can go undiagnosed until it is too late.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#Alcoholism_Worsens_Mental_Health_Among_Diabetics\" title=\"Alcoholism Worsens Mental Health Among Diabetics\">Alcoholism Worsens Mental Health Among Diabetics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#Diabetes_and_Illicit_Drug_Use\" title=\"Diabetes and Illicit Drug Use\">Diabetes and Illicit Drug Use<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/alcoholism-and-diabetes\/#Rehabilitation_for_Patients_Struggling_with_Alcoholism_and_Diabetes\" title=\"Rehabilitation for Patients Struggling with Alcoholism and Diabetes\">Rehabilitation for Patients Struggling with Alcoholism and Diabetes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>In healthcare, the term co-morbidity refers to the simultaneous presentation of two or more medical conditions. The implication is often that these problems are somehow related. In this article, we&#8217;re going to talk about the co-morbidity of alcoholism and diabetes, with an emphasis on how the former affects the latter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excessive alcohol use or chronic alcoholism may cause inflammation of the pancreas. It impairs the ability to secrete insulin, potentially leading to diabetes when this occurs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diabetes is a chronic medical condition. Unfortunately, it is common for alcoholics to have diabetes or have developed the disease during their addiction.&nbsp;In other words, alcoholism and diabetes often share co-morbidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, alcohol has a significant effect on blood sugar levels. Here is why there is an increased risk associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/topnotchattorney.com\/statistics\/alcohol-abuse-statistics\/#8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alcohol abuse<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest.jpg\" alt=\"Alcoholism and Diabetes: Is There an Increased Risk?\" class=\"wp-image-41639 lazyload\" style=\"width:400px;height:600px\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest.jpg\" alt=\"Alcoholism and Diabetes: Is There an Increased Risk?\" class=\"wp-image-41639 lazyload\" style=\"width:400px;height:600px\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest-750x1125.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-Pinterest-480x720.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alcoholism and Diabetes: Is There an Increased Risk?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Correlation_Between_Alcoholism_and_Diabetes\"><\/span>The Correlation Between Alcoholism and Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease states an estimated 34.2 million people have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niddk.nih.gov\/health-information\/health-statistics\/diabetes-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diabetes<\/a>, 10.5% of the U.S. population.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apac.mykidneyjourney.com\/en-PH\/chronic-kidney-disease\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/apac.mykidneyjourney.com\/en-PH\/chronic-kidney-disease\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kidney disease<\/a> is just one of many consequences associated with excessive alcohol use. The 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health states that 22% of people aged 12 and older are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samhsa.gov\/data\/sites\/default\/files\/reports\/rpt35325\/NSDUHFFRPDFWHTMLFiles2020\/2020NSDUHFFR1PDFW102121.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">binge alcohol<\/a> users, while 6.4% are heavy alcohol users. Roughly over 10% had a past-year alcohol use disorder.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Research published in <a href=\"https:\/\/diabetesjournals.org\/care\/article\/26\/10\/2785\/26098\/Alcohol-Consumption-and-the-Incidence-of-Type-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Diabetes Care<\/a> indicates the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Moderate alcohol consumption may decrease a person&#8217;s risk of developing type 2 diabetes.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excessive alcohol consumption increased the risk of developing the condition in women who were lean.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcohol interferes with the body&#8217;s sensitivity to insulin.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, chronic or heavy drinking disrupts various <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3335891\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">metabolic processes<\/a> within the body. It could in itself be a risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. Heavy alcohol use leads to impaired glucose tolerance\u2014impaired secretion of insulin, and reduced insulin sensitivity or resistance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risks_of_Alcohol_Use_for_Diabetics\"><\/span>Risks of Alcohol Use for Diabetics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Being diabetic and drinking alcohol can make controlling your blood sugar more difficult.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People with diabetes develop dangerously high blood sugar when consuming alcohol. In addition, diabetics who are undernourished develop dangerously low blood sugar levels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking alcohol also increases the risk for other diabetes-related health conditions, such as severe cardiovascular and neurological issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Diabetes Association states the biggest concern is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diabetes.org\/healthy-living\/medication-treatments\/alcohol-diabetes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hypoglycemia<\/a> (low blood sugar). Alcohol and the combination of diabetes medication like insulin and sulfonylureas result in low blood sugar.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The liver metabolizes the alcohol first over maintaining blood sugar, which leads to hypoglycemia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Health_Risks_While_Diabetic\"><\/span>What are the Health Risks While Diabetic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/resources-for-alcohol-abuse-treatment\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"40684\">Alcohol use<\/a> among diabetics and non-diabetics is common. Unfortunately, heavy and binge alcohol use is also common.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Numerous studies have shown alcohol&#8217;s effects on controlling blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. Yet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6761899\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">research<\/a> has also shown that the effects differ and are based on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Whether alcohol consumption occurs when a person has just eaten, and blood sugar levels are high, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The person has not eaten for several hours, and blood sugar levels are relatively low.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_following_are_some_of_the_health_complications_caused_by_alcohol_among_diabetics\"><\/span>The following are some of the health complications caused by alcohol among diabetics:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Diabetic Ketoacidosis<\/em>\u2014The problem primarily occurs in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/basics\/diabetic-ketoacidosis.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diabetics<\/a>. It is characterized by excessive levels of certain acids called ketone bodies in the blood. Heavy alcohol consumption causes this problem in both diabetics and non-diabetics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Alterations of Lipid Metabolism<\/em>\u2014Alcohol consumption exacerbates diabetes-related lipid abnormalities. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2493591\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Studies<\/a> have shown heavy drinking can alter lipid levels even in non-diabetics.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Cardiovascular Disease<\/em>\u2014One of the leading causes of death in America and a leading cause of death in people with type 2 diabetes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Diabetic Eye Disease<\/em>\u2014Heavy alcohol consumption may increase a person&#8217;s risk of developing this disease.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe class=\"lazyload\" title=\"Diabetes and Alcohol: Bad Combination\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EL2E3IvxsWY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Alcoholism and Diabetes: A bad combination. Courtesy, YouTube.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Harsh_Reality_of_Alcoholism\"><\/span>The Harsh Reality of Alcoholism<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcoholism is a significant public health problem. It is the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. An estimated 68,000 men and 27,000 women die from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niaaa.nih.gov\/publications\/brochures-and-fact-sheets\/alcohol-facts-and-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alcohol-related<\/a> causes annually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcohol contributes to roughly 18% of emergency department visits and 22% of overdose deaths related to opioids. In addition, it contributes to overwhelming mental health problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Statistically, someone with an alcohol use disorder is more likely to seek care from a primary care physician for an alcohol-related medical problem rather than for drinking too much alcohol.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unfortunately_diabetes_and_alcoholism_can_go_undiagnosed_until_it_is_too_late\"><\/span>Unfortunately, diabetes and alcoholism can go undiagnosed until it is too late.&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>About one in five people with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/library\/spotlights\/diabetes-facts-stats.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diabetes<\/a> do not know they have it. Men are three times as likely as women to die as a consequence of alcohol abuse. Overall, Americans lose over 2.7 million years of potential life due to <a href=\"https:\/\/drugabusestatistics.org\/alcohol-abuse-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">excessive drinking<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Early intervention is critical at this stage as severe alcoholism would also create co-occurring disorders such as anxiety or depression. It can often be challenging to diagnose co-occurring conditions as the symptoms are much of the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcoholism_Worsens_Mental_Health_Among_Diabetics\"><\/span>Alcoholism Worsens Mental Health Among Diabetics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Living with diabetes can create problems with anxiety and depression. Adding alcohol abuse into the mix makes these issues much worse.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/diabetes\/managing\/mental-health.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CDC<\/a>, people with diabetes are two to three times more likely to have depression than people without diabetes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, anxiety and stress become constant. Individuals with diabetes often become discouraged, worried, frustrated, and stressed from dealing with their condition daily. Alcohol becomes an unhealthy way of coping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcohol is a severe depressant. Someone already struggling with depression is adding to their problem with alcohol abuse.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The rehabilitation process would involve a dual-diagnosis program addressing alcoholism and other disorders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Illicit_Drug_Use\"><\/span>Diabetes and Illicit Drug Use<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not uncommon for alcoholics to abuse other drugs, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6313386\/#:~:text=According%20to%20Sheldon%20and%20Quin,associated%20with%20decreased%20insulin%20sensitivity.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">illicit street drugs<\/a> or prescription narcotics. Unfortunately, research has shown that illegal drug use speeds along the onset of type 2 diabetes. It is also associated with decreased insulin sensitivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, illicit drugs also increase the risk of severe mental health issues and other health complications. Most recreation drugs affect blood glucose control. Yet, the effects are not as well documented as with alcohol and tobacco.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It becomes a deadly mix for someone with diabetes when a mixture of alcohol and illicit or licit drugs is misused.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rehabilitation_for_Patients_Struggling_with_Alcoholism_and_Diabetes\"><\/span>Rehabilitation for Patients Struggling with Alcoholism and Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The combination of alcoholism and diabetes is problematic for anyone who continually monitors their blood glucose levels. Alcohol abuse contributes to an unhealthy lifestyle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, integrated treatment programs exist for comorbid diabetes and alcoholism. Treatment approaches are specific and include some of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Medication management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Detoxification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nutritional planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Counseling and therapy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise and fitness regiments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recovery and aftercare support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, finding the proper help is crucial, and programs should specialize in co-occurring medical problems. For example, this includes inpatient and outpatient resources. Alcohol use has been identified as a barrier to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2954251\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">diabetes self-care<\/a> adherence, making this an essential part of rehabilitation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, we&#8217;re going to talk about the co-morbidity of alcoholism and diabetes, with an emphasis on how the former affects the latter.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":97,"featured_media":41638,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_uag_custom_page_level_css":"","ub_ctt_via":"","_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[41],"tags":[759,140,834,358,42],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Susan Chubbs","author_link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/author\/schubbs\/"},"modified_by":"Randy Withers, LCMHC","uagb_featured_image_src":{"full":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes.jpg",800,450,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-150x84.jpg",150,84,true],"medium":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-300x169.jpg",300,169,true],"medium_large":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-768x432.jpg",768,432,true],"large":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-750x422.jpg",750,422,true],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes.jpg",800,450,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes.jpg",800,450,false],"tiny":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes.jpg",60,34,false],"thumbnail-medium":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-480x384.jpg",480,384,true],"thumbnail-square":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-480x450.jpg",480,450,true],"thumbnail-portrait":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-480x450.jpg",480,450,true],"thumbnail-large":["https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Alcoholism-and-Diabetes-720x450.jpg",720,450,true]},"uagb_author_info":{"display_name":"Susan Chubbs","author_link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/author\/schubbs\/"},"uagb_comment_info":0,"uagb_excerpt":"In this article, we're going to talk about the co-morbidity of alcoholism and diabetes, with an emphasis on how the former affects the latter.","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/41635"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/97"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=41635"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/41635\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/41638"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=41635"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=41635"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=41635"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}