We will never encourage you to drink alcohol on our diets, but if you are about to do so… read this carefully!

If you are watching your weight or if you have started a diet, the approach of the holidays and New Year's Day is a very stressful situation. Whether you are limiting your carbohydrate intake for weight loss, for health reasons, or for your ketogenic diet, the consumption of wine or alcohol is a real challenge! Did you know that on the SAQ website you can see the amount of residual sugar as well as the detailed information for your favorite wine? Some wines contain as little as 4 g/l, and you can even find some at 0 g/l. The ideal amount for us would be less than 2 g/l, keeping in mind that many wines can contain up to 50 g/l, which will undoubtedly harm all your efforts of the last few weeks, delay your weight loss, and leave you with an uncontrollable craving for sugar...

Little tips for the occasion:

Try to limit your intake, which can really help you in the grand finale when counting calories.

By starting with a lemon Perrier and drinking a glass of water between each drink, you will be inclined to drink less and more consciously.

While you're at it, volunteer to be the designated driver so you'll kill two birds with one stone.

Be safe and have a wonderful holiday.

Your favorite wine will probably no longer be seen in the same way, because from now on you will be able to make informed choices and perhaps find a better alternative.