Another way to look at liquor

Muldactus

So, we've been doing some research on alcohol. Specifically liquors - everyone loves a good shot of bourbon or whiskey occasionally, right?

Apparently, from everything I've been reading, there aren't just 3 types of calories - protein, carbs and fat - there are 4 types - with the fourth being alcohol. No, I really am not making this up. There are a number of websites and studies that agree with this (http://www.dietitian.com/alcohol.html#.VkNgiL9UW1o - 6th question and answer is one such example).

So that begs the question: Why does MFP not track alcohol calories, and what's the RDA? I want to make sure I'm reaching my target numbers! :laugh: :laugh: :drinker: :drinker:

Thisnameischosen

Alcohol it's self doesn't have calories, it's like a chemical.. I think It's the sugars in the drink that make it calorific. Wine would have more calories than vodka etc. Mfp does track calories in alcoholic drinks..

RuNaRoUnDaFiEld

Muldactus wrote: »

So, we've been doing some research on alcohol. Specifically liquors - everyone loves a good shot of bourbon or whiskey occasionally, right?

Apparently, from everything I've been reading, there aren't just 3 types of calories - protein, carbs and fat - there are 4 types - with the fourth being alcohol. No, I really am not making this up. There are a number of websites and studies that agree with this (http://www.dietitian.com/alcohol.html#.VkNgiL9UW1o - 6th question and answer is one such example).

So that begs the question: Why does MFP not track alcohol calories, and what's the RDA? I want to make sure I'm reaching my target numbers! :laugh: :laugh: :drinker: :drinker:

I know you posted this tongue in cheek but I think MFP should have an alcohol tracker.

I'm fairly sure that it is the bodies preferred source of energy as well, in that it will be used first. What more reason do I need to partake in half a bottle

_John_

Ethanol is essentially a 2 carbon fatty acid...