5. Alcoholic drinks
Drinking alcohol in moderation can, for many, be a sociable thing to do. It can help to improve our confidence in social situations and it can even help to relieve mild stress at the end of a busy day. This isn’t an article about the dangers of moderate or high alcohol consumption, but simply a reminder that it can be extremely calorific.
Beer tends to be the most calorific alcohol per volume, so if you are having a drink, try sticking to wine or a clear spirit with a low sugar or diet mixer. Sparkling and white wine are less calorific than red wines and fortified wines such as port.
If we do over indulge, the weight gain potential of alcohol doesn’t stop at what we’re drinking either. The same night or the morning after a lot of alcohol, we’re more likely to choose oily, greasy and carb laden foods that yep, you’ve guessed it, will only add to our calorie intake! We might also opt for sugary, fizzy drinks to help quench our thirst due to the dehydration caused by alcohol, too.
So, the best way to enjoy a drink is to make mindful choices, limit ourselves to one or two drinks, and to drink a glass of water for each alcoholic drink throughout the evening.
