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메리성형외과의원 · 메리성형외과의원 · November 26, 2024
Hello, this is Merry Plastic Surgery Clinic, where meeting is always a pleasure. The year-end and New Year season is a time when drinking gatherings become more frequent, so dieter...
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Clinic: 메리성형외과의원
Original post date: November 26, 2024
Translated at: April 25, 2026 at 6:25 AM
Medical note: This translation does not guarantee medical accuracy or suitability for treatment decisions.
Hello, this is Merry Plastic Surgery Clinic, where meeting is always a pleasure.
The year-end and New Year season is a time when drinking gatherings become more frequent, so dieters need healthy drinking strategies.
We’d like to introduce how to choose low-calorie alcohol and some low-calorie snacks to go with it.
Make smart choices, enjoy the time, and keep up with your diet.
Calories in Common Alcoholic Drinks
First, let’s check the calories in common alcoholic drinks.
Alcohol is generally calculated at about 7 kcal per gram.
This is higher than protein (4 kcal/g) or carbohydrates (4 kcal/g), and slightly lower than fat (9 kcal/g).
The calories in alcohol vary depending on the alcohol content, and the sugar or other additives in the drink also affect the calorie count.
To make it easier to understand, we’ve organized the calories for each type of drink below.
Beer
About 185 kcal per 500 ml glass, which is equivalent to about 2/3 of a bowl of rice.
Soju
About 63 kcal per 1 shot (45 ml)
About 343 kcal per bottle (360 ml), similar to one and a half pieces of fried chicken or one roll of tuna gimbap.
Wine
About 168 kcal per glass (240 ml). Red wine may have slightly more calories.
Makgeolli
About 92 kcal per 200 ml bowl. As a traditional rice wine, it has a relatively low alcohol content.
Whiskey
About 71 kcal per 30 ml, so even a small amount can be relatively high in calories.
Because it has a high proof, its alcohol content is high, so the calorie content is high too.
Choosing Low-Calorie Alcohol
So how can you choose low-calorie alcohol?
Alcohol itself contains a lot of calories because of its alcohol and sugar content, so you can control your intake by choosing the type of drink.
Highball: A drink made by mixing whiskey and sparkling water, with no additives, so it is low in calories. About 100–120 kcal per glass.
Dry wine: Lower in sugar, so it is less burdensome. About 120 kcal per 150 ml glass.
Soju: About 60–70 kcal per 50 ml, so the calories themselves are low, but because the alcohol content is high, controlling the amount is essential.
Non-alcoholic beer: You can enjoy the taste of beer while greatly reducing calories.
Low-Calorie Alcohols Released in Korea
Shall we look for non-alcoholic beers or drinks labeled alcohol-free?
Hite Zero: A non-alcoholic beer from HiteJinro Beverage, about 60 kcal per 355 ml.
The alcohol content is 0%, so it offers low calories.
Cass Light: A low-calorie version from OB Beer. Using a high-fermentation process, it is said to have about 33% fewer calories than regular Cass Fresh.
Tsingtao Non-Alcoholic: An imported non-alcoholic beer, about 63 kcal per 330 ml. The alcohol content is 0.05%, so it is almost nonexistent.
These days, zero-alcohol drinks are also trending.
Daesun Sugar-Free Soju: A low-calorie soju from Daesun Distilling, using no fructose, with about 90 kcal per 100 ml.
Saero Soju: 360 ml is said to have 324 kcal.
Low-Calorie Snacks
The calories from alcohol are to some extent used up during alcohol metabolism,
but the calories in snacks are stored in the body.
Let’s take a look at some healthy, low-calorie, and tasty snack options.
Fresh vegetable platter: Prepare cucumbers, carrots, celery, and more, and enjoy them with low-fat yogurt or balsamic sauce.
Protein snacks: Lean proteins such as chicken breast, grilled fish, and grilled squid are filling and low in calories.
Seafood: Boiled octopus, grilled shrimp, sashimi, and similar dishes are high-protein, low-fat choices that are good for dieting.
Nuts: A small amount of unsalted nuts provides healthy fats, but avoid overeating.
Grilled dishes: Instead of fried foods, choose snacks grilled on a grill or in the oven.
Tips for Dieters at Drinking Gatherings
Drinking on an empty stomach can cause blood sugar to drop sharply and may lead to overeating.
Before going out for drinks, eat a light protein such as salad or chicken breast.
If you drink a glass of water after each alcoholic drink, you may feel fuller and reduce how much you drink.
It can also make you feel full and help prevent excessive drinking.
If you portion your snacks onto a small plate and eat slowly, you can help prevent overeating.
. With a little preparation and smart choices, you can protect both your diet and your health even during year-end and New Year drinking gatherings.
Wishing everyone a happy year-end season! 😊
This has been Merry Plastic Surgery Clinic, where meeting is always a pleasure.
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