Is it bad to drink beer while dieting?

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Beer is full of calories and really when dieting drink in moderation. Keep in mind that a pint of beer can contain 300 calories.

Answered - 113 days ago at 5:27pm on Feb 12 2012

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Beer is the oldest and most widely consumed alcoholic beverage and the third most popular drink behind water and tea. It is made by brewing and fermenting starches, mainly from cereal grains (barley, wheat, corn, rice). Beer is flavored with hops, which adds bitterness and acts as a natural preservative. Other flavorings such as herbs and fruit may be used also.

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The food we eat and beverages we drink all contain calories, which is a measure of energy. Another definition of calorie is the amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of water by one degree. It's recommended that humans consume at least 2,000 calories per day in order to maintain their weight and for enough energy to perform daily tasks.

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