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slmcmillen
slmcmillen Posts: 9
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How do you diet when working around a team used to drinking and socialising?

I'm struggling to keep to calories without being a bore??

All advice welcome.

Sarah

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  • Amarillo_NDN
    Amarillo_NDN Posts: 1,018 Member
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    no law says it has to be alcohol. just find something you enjoy that doesn't have cals in it.
  • MissnewRN
    MissnewRN Posts: 5
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    I drink vodka and diet coke or you can get a vodka and water and add a little crystal light to it...... clear rum is also not that bad for you either!
  • slmcmillen
    slmcmillen Posts: 9
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    Thanks both. Vodka sounds good and yes I need to be stronger on the alcohol front! So difficult when everyone around you is drinking!

    Clear rum, not tried, so perhaps one for next time. When I drink I get bad on the munchies!!
  • nlibera
    nlibera Posts: 27
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    There are fewer calories in light beers. Or adjust your calorie intake for the day to account for the more you'll get with drinks, such as cutting snacks or sodas or adding in more exercise. Plus, if you're going to somewhere with dancing, that'll burn calories and is certainly not being a bore! :)
  • daj150
    daj150 Posts: 815 Member
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    Not sure if you are a beer drinker, but there is MGD Light. 12oz, 2.4g carbs, 64 calories.

    Other than that, pretty much all liquer is going to come from some fruit making it sugar-tastic.

    However, wine is not too bad. Beringer white zinfendel is only 80 calories for 4oz (1/2 cup), which is pretty much the standard size that bars and restaurants will serve.

    My advice is if you like to drink alchohol, research your favorite drinks or common drinks people have. Plan your calories around your social gatherings. Most importantly, play the "drink slow talk much" game. It will save you money and you can still have an awesome time without worrying about your diet.

    My other comment is on food. Bar food is a killer...try and find peanuts, or just make sure you eat a filling meal before you go out so you won't feel munchy. And as with drinking, "talk more eat less."
  • slmcmillen
    slmcmillen Posts: 9
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    So how is it that people talk about beer bellies but it's better than wine etc??
  • nikkijennings
    nikkijennings Posts: 130 Member
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    I'm just a bore!!!! :wink: :laugh: Makes life waaay easier!!!!

    In seriousness.... if you would like to have some alcohol, rotate between alcoholic and then water or soda the next round.... by the time everyone else had a few they'll NEVER notice!!! :drinker:

    Or say you are driving (if you do of course!!!!) :wink:

    Or that you are on medication you can't drink with??????

    Think how much clearer your head will be and ready for a run/ the gym/ a swim etc etc..... :bigsmile:
  • slmcmillen
    slmcmillen Posts: 9
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    Good points and I will certainly try them out!

    One week in and I'm struggling. Ordered a size smaller skirt so pressure on. End up convincing myself to start again tomorrow!

    Driving a fab excuse.....will try that next time!

    Anyone know about Acai Berry. Any good? Supposed to increase metabolic rate! Desperate.... Yes.... Sorry...
  • cgavin77
    cgavin77 Posts: 219
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    I LOVE wine...and when I know I am going to "have" to drink (ok twist my arm) I go with a wine spritzer. Red or white wine with 1/2 the glass filled with Fresca... i know how it sounds, prior to this I HATED Fresca, but its actually REALLY good together and LESS then 1/2 the cals then one glass of wine, as the Fresca has 0 cals. Toss in some fruit and you have a Sangria.
    Other then that if I know its going to be a "bad" night I work out in the am and burn 200-300 cals to allow for it... :drinker:
  • smuehlbauer
    smuehlbauer Posts: 1,041 Member
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    Thanks both. Vodka sounds good and yes I need to be stronger on the alcohol front! So difficult when everyone around you is drinking!

    Trust me - I know! My life revolved around drinking. You can still be at the bar or be out socializing with out drinking. Diet Tonic with a lime is what I do. Or water with a lemon.

    Still 'looks' like you're having a drink.
    Sometimes it makes it easier!

    Good Luck!
  • carrieberrie
    carrieberrie Posts: 356 Member
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    I'm the boring one. I will not go to parties and if I do I bring my own drink, just one, a gin and diet tonic :)
  • slmcmillen
    slmcmillen Posts: 9
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    My life at the moment does but week two and I'm gonna try and cut it down, especially with the new advice.

    I need to be stronger. Thanks all!
  • slmcmillen
    slmcmillen Posts: 9
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    My life at the moment does but week two and I'm gonna try and cut it down, especially with the new advice.

    I need to be stronger. Thanks all!
  • aippolito1
    aippolito1 Posts: 4,894 Member
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    I just make sure to order a water as soon as I get there. If they ask, just tell them you're trying to cut back - anyone can respect that - and sip your water alllll night. If I drink a water while out with people drinking, I'll usually end up drinking close to 40 oz. of water just being there and that's great for you!!

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