Atkins Diet Alcohol – Should I Drink When On The Diet

On the Atkins diet, alcohol is permitted, but not recommended until after the dieter is finished with the induction phase of the diet. In his book “Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution” Dr. Atkins says that its best for people on his diet not to drink any alcohol since the body will burn the alcohol before burning body fat. This slows down weight loss and increases carb cravings. That being said, alcohol is available to Atkins dieters, that won’t wipe out their daily carb count.

Except for dessert wines, most wines are low in carbs, white lower then red. The industry rates most wines at between 3.5 and 4.1. Good news for dieters who enjoy an occasional alcoholic drink. Gin, tequila and unflavored vodka all have zero carbs. However those who follow the Atkins diets alcohol recommendations need to avoid all sugary mixes. Either drink it straight or use diet soda. Also be aware that alcohol can trigger carb cravings and hunger pangs that can wreak havoc with your diet. People on Atkins diets may want to think twice about alcohol consumption.

Beer drinkers on the Atkins diet weren’t forgotten in the rush to profit from the low carb craze. All the major brewers including Michelob, Budweiser, and Miller offer low carb beers. Michelob Ultra leads the pack at only 2.6 carbs per 12oz serving. Michelob Ultra got mixed reviews. Some dieters claim it tastes flat. One said that it didn’t have the bitter taste of other beers and some said they would definitely buy it.

So with low carb spirits, wine and beer available to dieters on Atkins, they need to decide if the occasional alcoholic drink is worth the carbs expenditure and cravings. Atkins and other diet gurus don’t think so but each individual has to decide for himself.

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