ALCAHOL!! Beer, Wine, Sprits!!

emzypemzy93
emzypemzy93 Posts: 185
in Health and Weight Loss
Soo.. I know it's not the best idea to be drinking when you're actively trying to lose weight, but c'mon, let's be real, we're gonna do it anyways! I've managed to avoid alcahol completely for about 6 weeks now but it's the weekend and I want to let my hair lose lol. Is there any specific drink that's not as detrimental to your weight loss progress as others? What do you guys drink when you go out? I need help!! lol!!

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  • reallifealien
    reallifealien Posts: 128 Member
    vodka? i usually predrink on vodka or rum with a diet mixer then buy shots when i go out - always stay away from beer, cider, alcopops etc (packed with sugar and carbs)
  • Skinny_Beans
    Skinny_Beans Posts: 405 Member
    shots! one shot is about 70 cal give or take. You can spritz this up with seltzer water and diet coke or whatever. Alternatively, save some calories for a good ale.
  • Owsla135
    Owsla135 Posts: 350 Member
    I choose Everclear, though it's not for everyone, lol! Here is a handy website: http://getdrunknotfat.com/
  • kekevela
    kekevela Posts: 83 Member
    You could try Skinnygirl Cosmos or Margaritas. They are 50-100 cals per serving. I like Sugar free Red bull and vodka. 74 cals.
  • HurricaneElaine
    HurricaneElaine Posts: 984 Member
    The fruit-flavored vodka is slightly lower in calories than non-flavored, I've found. Just don't overdo.
  • BehindBlueEyes988
    BehindBlueEyes988 Posts: 433
    Shots! Merely because I don't like to drink a lot of liquid, so it gets the job done in half the time without making me feel incredibly full. I don't drink often, but when I do it's always shots
  • ahoier
    ahoier Posts: 312 Member
    Lol love this thread. I found out my 2 oz brandy shot had like 200 some cals lol. It was good though
  • wolfchild59
    wolfchild59 Posts: 2,608 Member
    This site is a good resource for alcohol calories in the different drinks. It also lists the alcohol percentages in each one: http://getdrunknotfat.com/
  • BehindBlueEyes988
    BehindBlueEyes988 Posts: 433
    This site is a good resource for alcohol calories in the different drinks. It also lists the alcohol percentages in each one: http://getdrunknotfat.com/

    I am now super excited my shot of choice only has 83 cals and I only do 2-3 shots. Makes me more excited for tomorrow night!
  • 1sisrat
    1sisrat Posts: 267 Member
    On a night I'm going all out I do a shot of Tequilla and then sip on wine. If I want more, I do another shot. Then i'm fine for the rest of the night. I usually have wine 2X a week with dinner..... and since I had a baby haven't partied too hard..... except for a few times where we had grandma watching the little one. That was my routine of drinking pre-baby. one day I'm sure It will be again.
  • emzypemzy93
    emzypemzy93 Posts: 185
    Thanks for the tips guys!! That website defs puts things in perspective!
  • klamarius
    klamarius Posts: 33
    This site is a good resource for alcohol calories in the different drinks. It also lists the alcohol percentages in each one: http://getdrunknotfat.com/

    Thank you! Thank you! What a great site! Unfortunately, I just found out that the margaritas that I LOVE from our favorite Mexican place are on the D list!! :sad: Luckily I like to do Tequila shots - with salt and lime - so maybe I will stick to that... I don't drink too often but when I do, I definitely take advantage of it! Cheers!

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