When researchers examined whether selenium had any effect on skin cancer, they found something unexpected: People who took as little as 200 mcg of selenium per day for more than 7 years had a significantly higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
While Miller Lite is not specifically branded as a low-carb beer, this light lager is actually very low in carbohydrate content. According to USA Today, Miller Lite ranks third overall in terms of carb content, with 3.2 carbs per 12-ounce bottle.
Beer isn't a low-carb drink like wine or liquor. If you drink only regular beer, with 12 grams of carbs per 12-ounce bottle, you'll have to give up a lot of carbs to enjoy your drink. On the other hand, light beer doesn't cost you nearly as many carbs and makes a better choice on your low-carb diet.