http://caloriesinalcohol.com/ Latest news from caloriesinalcohol.comen http://caloriesinalcohol.com/EXT:tt_news/ext_icon.gif http://caloriesinalcohol.com/ Latest news from caloriesinalcohol.comTYPO3 - get.content.righthttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssThu, 25 Sep 2008 13:13:00 -0400 http://caloriesinalcohol.com/article/calories-in-alcohol/ Having almost as much calories as fat - 7 calories per gram - alcohol is almost twice as fattening...Having almost as much calories as fat - 7 calories per gram - alcohol is almost twice as fattening as protein or carbohydrates. Most people think they should definitely reduce alcohol consumption if they want to lose weight. Researchers have shown however that heavy drinking can actually lead to gain loss instead of weight gain. Other studies report a raised risk of obesity.61

The reasons for this contradiction remained unclear. There are some factors that can highly influence the impact of alcohol on you. For instance the food you eat while drinking will make a difference. High calories snacks combined with alcohol will most likely help you gain weight. The impact of drinking on your body can also be influenced by genes. Alcoholics who tend to  drink much more than they eat are also very likely to lose gain.

The general recommendation when on diet remains to try to avoid alcohol consumption. Your body burns alcohol first before carbs, protein or fat thus postponing the weight loss. If you find it hard to totally ban alcohol,wine and other alcohols derived from fruits are among the most acceptable beverages. Diet soda and sektzer are also appropriate. Alcohol usually produces cravings for other carbohydrates so you'd better be careful about that too. Every individual has its own reactions on alcohol use. Make sure you consult your doctor and find out what level of alcohol is appropriate for you.

]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:13:00 -0400 http://caloriesinalcohol.com/article/ten-things-you-should-know-about-alcohol/ 1.Alcohol consumption postpones the burning of fat. Most part of the alcohol is converted into...1.Alcohol consumption postpones the burning of fat. Most part of the alcohol is converted into acetate. Acetate has the tendency to push fat to the back of the queue.

2.The calories in alcohol are metabolized before carbohydrates, protein or fat.

3. Alcoholic beverages that advertise carb-free spirits are baloney. Finding carbohydrates- free beverages is as possible as finding cholesterol-free candies.

4. Alcohol beverages contain no cholesterol, no fat and little sodium.

5. Not only does alcohol reduce the number of calories you burn but it can also increase cravings for other carbohydrates.

6.Heavy drinking leads to such problems as breast cancer, cirrhosis of the liver, testosterone damages etc.

7.Moderate alcohol consumption leads to a healthier, longer life.

8. Beverages such as wine, gin, vodka, rye, scotch, diet soda and seltzer are appropriate while on a diet.

9. Most doctors refuse to associate the consumption of alcoholic drinks to weight gain.

10. The way your body responds to drinking is influenced by a large number of factors.

]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:12:00 -0400 http://caloriesinalcohol.com/article/list-of-calories-in-alcoholic-beverages/ Alcohol can add a lot of calories to your diet. You can find below a list of most popular alcoholic...Alcohol can add a lot of calories to your diet. You can find below a list of most popular alcoholic beverages with the most fattening highest calorie beverages first:

Cider - 100 ml - 400 calories
Lager - 100 ml - 360 calories
Beer  - 100 ml - 368 calories
Whisky- 100 ml - 220 calories
Gin - 100 ml - 220 calories
Brandy - 100 ml - 220 calories
Rum - 100 ml - 220 calories
Malibu     100ml - 204 calories
Southern Comfort - 100ml - 184 calories
Drambuie - 100ml - 184 calories
Martini - 100ml - 175 calories
Port - 100ml - 160 calories
Tia Maria - 100ml - 155 calories
Pernod - 100ml - 140 calories
Sherry sweet - 100ml - 130 calories
Sherry medium - 100ml - 112 calories
Sherry dry - 100ml - 110 calories
Wine white sweet - 100ml - 90 calories
Wine white sparkling 100ml - 74 calories
Wine Red - 100 ml - 70 calories
Wine white medium - 100ml - 70 calories
Wine white dry - 100ml - 65 calories
Rose  - 100ml - 62 calories
Champagne 100ml -  26 calories

]]> Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:10:00 -0400 http://caloriesinalcohol.com/article/alcohol-and-weight-gain/ Weight loss can only be achieved by burning more calories than you consume. All calories matter,...Weight loss can only be achieved by burning more calories than you consume. All calories matter, both liquid and solid. Alcohol calories can have very damaging effects on people. Drinking alcohol will lead to a reduced number of oxidized calories, a larger appetite and lower testosterone levels. What most people don't know is that instead of getting stored as fat, alcohol is conversed into acetate. This substance stops your body from burning fat.

The bottom line is, if you are trying to lose weight it might be better if you cut down on alcohol. This will definitely help you achieve a thinner waistline and a healthier life. A moderate amount of alcohol however can't hurt you but try not to turn alcohol into your tipple after a long stressful day at the office. Sugar in beverages will raise your insulin levels and make you crave junk food. Avoid having snacks like peanuts or chips with your drink. What you eat while drinking can sometimes have much more harmful effects on your weight than your drink.

Make sure you take a lot of exercise! This way you can enjoy a drink once in a while and not be afraid of gaining weight.

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