Sat, Oct-26-02, 15:33
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Plan: SuManKins
Stats: 321/249/221
BF:Let's not go there
Progress: 72%
Location: Midwest Flatlands
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it's true
There is a low-carb beer out there... it is put out by Michelob Ultra LC beer....There are some on the forum who have tried it, and said it is rather tasty. I also seen a post that said Guiness beer is relatively low carb, but you would have to check that out. Here is what Atkins says about it: "Why can't I consume alcohol when I am doing Atkins?
You should not drink alcohol during Induction, but you can drink moderate amounts of alcohol during the Ongoing Weight Loss, Pre-Maintenance and Lifetime Maintenance phases of the Atkins Nutritional ApproachTM. When given the choice, your body will burn alcohol for energy before it burns fat. But alcohol does not act as a carbohydrate so it will not interfere with burning fat in the same way that sugars and other carbohydrates do.
Alcohol consumption may also increase yeast-related symptoms, such as bloating, gas and cravings for sweets, and can therefore interfere with weight loss. Beer, which contains yeast, probably has the most yeast-forming components of any alcohol. An occasional glass of wine or vodka is the best choice. Scotch and other grain-based spirits are more likely to promote yeast problems.
Note: Use only mixers that contain no sugar or fruit juices. Even tonic water contains carbs and regular soda is made with sugar. Seltzer, club soda, mineral water and non-aspartame diet sodas are better alternatives." from his website
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