People who want to lose weight should avoid alcohol altogether rather than just cutting back. While there have been many documented health benefits when moderately consumed, excessive alcohol intake is not beneficial especially for weight loss. At 9 calories per gram, it’s about double the 4 calories per gram people get from carbohydrates and protein, and slightly less than the 9 calories per gram found in fat. In addition, alcohol has empty calories, meaning they contain no nutritional benefit, basically adding more unneeded calories on top of whatever you’re already eating in a day. Some drinks such as a glass of red wine may have only 100 calories, while margaritas go upwards of 550 or more per glass – almost half of a person’s daily caloric intake (for those on a 1200 calorie diet). In addition, alcohol also affects how the body burns fat, with the body getting a buildup of fatty acids. Experts advise that while you don’t have to completely give up alcohol especially when trying to lose weight, but if you must drink then drink smartly and in moderation.
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If you’re trying to lose weight, does that mean you have to give up alcohol or can you just cut back? Well, it depends. Alcohol has documented health benefits when
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