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Alcohol

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  • sunnybeaches105
    sunnybeaches105 Posts: 2,831 Member
    edited March 2016
    I do my best to cut it out entirely for a month or two at a time. It does effect my energy level and it's easier for me to lose weight and still hit my macro and micro needs without it. I do enjoy a good drink, and I find it somewhat difficult professionally. It's not a magic bullet though.
  • PaigeInTechnicolor
    PaigeInTechnicolor Posts: 164 Member
    Definitely hard to factor in those calories- I do sometimes, but I really, really have to budget calories through the day. It also loses its enjoyment when I have to white knuckle my way through not having a lot of snacks, or -more honestly- an entire wheel of brie : ).
  • Feistycat
    Feistycat Posts: 12,868 Member
    calmandpeaceful wrote: »
    Well, I'm starting with my hypnotherapist tomorrow - with my goal of learning to cut back on wine. It's been my crutch through difficult times. I don't need it now - life is good - but the habit is still there. I am hoping that cutting out (or cutting down) wine will help me with my weight loss.

    Thank you all for sharing your stories.

    I'm curious to hear about your hypnotherapy experience. I realize you've only just started, CalmandPeaceful, but would you be willing to tell us what you think?

  • Rabidrunner
    Rabidrunner Posts: 117 Member
    I actually don't snack when I drink (at least not any more than normal), but for me the beer/wine/cider was just empty calories and I don't miss it at all. I'd rather 'spend' my calories on food :)
  • Lkush89
    Lkush89 Posts: 25 Member
    My moms nutritionist said that alcohol majorly affects your metabolism...so yes you may be staying within your calories, but you may be burning them slower bc you're drinking
  • GaleHawkins
    GaleHawkins Posts: 8,159 Member
    @Lkush89 her nutritionist seems correct per this article.

    bodybuilding.com/fun/drobson194.htm
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