Alcohol on a Diet?

Most diets will not let you have alcohol- at least not in the beginning. So, giving up alcohol goes hand in hand with giving up the treats that have motivated you to diet in the first place.

If you are thinking "maybe one will not kill my diet", here is a quick reminder for you.

Beverage Approximate Calories

Per 1 Fluid Oz Example Serving

Volume Approximate Total Calories
Beer (regular) 12 12 oz 144
Beer (light) 9 12 oz 108
White wine 20 5 oz 100
Red wine 21 5 oz 105
Sweet dessert wine 47 3 oz 141
80 proof distilled spirits
(gin, rum, vodka, whiskey) 64 1.5 oz 96