Alcohol & Weight Loss

Okay…you know that drinking alcohol is not the best choice when you want to lose weight and lose excess body fat. While some studies show that moderate consumption of alcohol does have health benefits, alcohol still contains 7 calories per gram. One glass of wine, for example, is about 98 calories while 1.5 ounces of vodka contains about 100 calories. Add mixers such as juices or syrups and some drinks can contain over 300 calories! Those empty calories can really add up! So how can you stay on the weight loss track yet still have your alcoholic indulgence?

Try one or even a few of these tips…

1. Try alternating a non-alcoholic drink with your alcoholic beverage. Drink a glass of water before ordering your next beer or glass of wine.
2. If possible, Ask for low calorie/diet mixers. You could save over 100 calories!
3. Make your wine into a lower calorie spritzer. Just add seltzer water to about a half glass of wine.
4. Be sure to eat a good meal before drinking or going out. The food will help slow the alcohol into your bloodstream and allow you to better control your food and drink consumption.
5. Avoid the alcopops. These carbonated alcoholic drinks are about 200 calories per bottle.