What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of having a glass of wine?
Is it the taste, how relaxed it makes you feel, or the fact that it provides greater health benefits than
other types of alcohol? We all have our reasons for drinking wine and the good news is that you can still enjoy alcohol, even when dieting.
If you are in the midst of a diet and choose to enjoy an alcoholic beverage, wine can be a good option. If your goal is to lose weight, it is important to be mindful of the type of wine you indulge in, as sugar content can vary among types. Dry wine is best for weight loss as it contains less sugars, is lower in calories and carbohydrates than sweeter wines. Champagne may also be a good option, as it is sparkling, refreshing and lower in calories. Champagne is also a popular choice for special occasions, so people don’t tend to drink it as often.
Here is a list of some of the best wines (low in sugar!) that you can enjoy during your weight loss
journey:
1) Merlot
2) Sauvignon Blanc
3) Pinot Grigio
4) Any sparkling dry wine (110 calories per flute. Look for the words “brut nature” or “brut zero” as this means that there is hardly any sugar in it!)
Enjoy your wine in moderation, however remember the following:
~ Drinking 2 glasses of wine a day can help you lose weight.
~ Enjoy low calorie snacks with your glass of wine, and avoid heavy foods.
~ Avoid eating heavy meals when drinking.
~ Wait about 1 to 2 hours after you eat to enjoy a glass of wine. (This gives your body plenty of time to
digest the food.) Wine drinking is enjoyable, has a lot of great health benefits and, contrary to popular belief, you can include it in your diet! So toast away, drink up and be safe!