7
kcal per gram of alcohol
0
nutritional value in alcohol
~500
kcal in a typical night out
Values are approximate. ABV = Alcohol by Volume.
How alcohol affects weight and fitness
1
Empty calories with no nutrition
Alcohol has 7 kcal/g but provides zero nutritional value.
2
Alcohol slows fat burning
Fat burning is suppressed by up to 73% while alcohol is metabolised.
3
Reduces testosterone and recovery
Even moderate drinking reduces testosterone and impairs muscle recovery for 24+ hours.
4
Lower calorie options exist
Dry wine, spirits with soda, and light beer are far lower calorie than cocktails.
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