So Christmas has just passed and the BIG 2013 is approaching! We all know as the big ball is about to drop, a steady flow of alcohol will be consumed by many people. I am not a big drinker. Focusing on health and personal fitness has opened my eyes to the various effects that alcohol has on the body. Here are a couple of tips for everyone to think about before this big event begins.

Now, just so you all know what’s in that glass you’re holding…

12 ounces beer ~ 153 to 200 calories
12 ounces of a lighter beer such as bud light ~ 95 to 103 calories
4 ounces of champagne ~ 78 to 105 calories
4-5 ounces of red ~ 115 to 130 calories
4-5 ounces white ~ 100 to 125 calories
1.5 ounces of liquor at 40% alcohol (80 proof) ~ 96 to 110 calories

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