Drink and Be Healthy? Is That Possible?

Can you go out for a drink and be healthy?

So you’ve decided to meet the girls for a drink. But you know that your personal trainer doesn’t endorse alcohol. And you’ve been working so hard at gym and making progress towards your goals. So is your only option to sit at the bar glumly sipping a bottle of water while you watch your girlfriends enthusiastically order the yummy colourful cocktails? Fortunately, there is a way to drink and be healthy.

How can I drink and be healthy?

If you want to enjoy a night out with the girls, you can join in the fun. Yes, it is possible to drink and be healthy. You simply need to know how to make the right choices. What you need to look for are alcoholic drinks that have fewer calories. Here are some useful tips to keep in mind while ordering the next round:

• Don’t be fooled! Statistics and scientific studies show that mixers like diet tonic, diet sodas, sugar free mixes, and sugar free syrups are just as problematic.
• Rather have a shot of something straight like vodka or whiskey. It might not look as pretty as a cocktail, but you’ll be the party girl who doesn’t put on weight.
• Moderation is key. Binge drinking is a definite no-no.

 How many calories are in drinks?

Sure, sitting there sipping a margarita may feel sophisticated but it’s adding 500 calories to your waistline. Think that a pina colada is healthy with all that pineapple? At 645 calories you might need to rethink that theory. What about a long island iced tea? One of those is laden with a whopping 700 calories. Liqueurs are also misleading – they are often filled with lots of hidden sugars and calories. It may not look like much, but a single serving contains 160 calories!

So the bottom line is this: alcohol is not a good idea if you are committed to being fit and healthy. But if the temptation is too much, rather opt for drinks with fewer calories.