On a diet, it can be hard not to give in to a little glass of wine. But are wine and dieting irreconcilable? Here is a question we are going to try to answer. The calories in a glass of wine vary depending on the type of wine you drink. So, in some cases, you can give in to a glass of wine during your diet without feeling too guilty. If you are being followed by a nutritionist, do not hesitate to ask them for advice.
Which wine for a diet?
The calories present in a glass of wine vary depending on the type of wine you drink. So, for your diet, we advise you to turn to champagne (brut) or a natural sparkling wine. The latter contains around 81 calories per flute (100 ml). There is plenty there to let you treat yourself a little. For the same amount, dry white wine can also be a good ally. A glass of white wine contains around 84 calories. As a result, you now know which glass you can pour yourself so as not to blow your calorie count for the day. There is plenty there to give you the motivation to keep up your efforts. Of course, your choice of glass can also vary depending on the type of diet you are on. We will explain that a little further down in this article. If you absolutely insist on drinking a particular wine during your diet: go for it. That said, remember to limit yourself both in the amount you drink and in how often you drink it. By limiting this consumption, you allow yourself a little treat that will help you not to crack. Besides, if you are too frustrated, you will not manage to see it through. So see this glass of wine as a reward in your diet: it will encourage you to keep up your efforts. Dieting and red wine are therefore not necessarily a bad match, provided you opt for moderation. Finally, if you are thinking of spitting the wine: good news! You will be able to drink wine without putting your diet at risk. That is a very good way to keep tasting wine in all circumstances.
Wine and the different types of diets
The place of wine in different diets can vary. There are different types of diets that aim at a variety of goals. Some may be undertaken as preparation for a sporting event, others are the result of a health diagnosis. These tips are therefore intended to guide you towards the most suitable wine consumption. That said, we encourage you to consult a nutrition professional to get the precise advice best suited to your particular case.
Wine and the ketogenic diet
In a ketogenic diet, the goal is to greatly reduce sugar intake so as to focus the body on burning fats. This diet is also called Low Carb High Fat (LCHF) or the keto diet. In small amounts, it is possible to drink wine during a ketogenic diet. You do, however, have to choose the least sugary wine possible. So wine and the keto diet are not mutually exclusive.
Wine and the low-residue diet
The question of drinking alcohol on a low-residue diet often comes up. Drinking wine on a low-residue diet is possible. That said, if you are on a strict low-residue diet, drinking all alcoholic beverages is forbidden.
Wine and the salt-free diet
In the case of a salt-free diet, drinking alcoholic beverages raises questions. As its name suggests, this diet requires reducing consumption in the diet. This reduction applies both to cooked dishes and to foods such as bread, sparkling waters or even certain medicines. So drinking wine is not forbidden in this case.