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Enjoying drinks this summer doesn’t mean piling on the pounds

- Emily Jefferies

We know alcohol isn’t healthy – but it’s not the worst thing in the world when consumed sensibly. Yet, the long summer evenings make that hard.

‘Too much alcohol can cause issues with your liver, but in moderation, the more likely issue is the calories you consume – as this can lead to weight gain,’ explains registered nutritionist Rob Hobson. ‘Food gets more appealing when you drink, so it’s a double whammy.’

Booze reduces the amount of fat your body burns for energy, says drinkaware. co.uk. Our bodies can’t store alcohol, so while our systems focus on getting rid of it, other processes such as absorbing nutrients and burning fat are interrupted.

It is possible to drink and have fun the healthy way this summer, if you make good choices – as our experts explain…

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