Choose your tipple!
At this time of year when the drinks are flowing and the canapes are bulk ordered it can be all too easy to consume your daily carb allowance in about 5 seconds flat. Use our quick guide to choose your alcohol wisely this Christmas and New Year (just stay away from those sandwiches!)


Spirit & Mixer
Vodka and gin are typical go-to's for many low carbers but be careful what you add! Diet mixers are filled with artificial sweeteners that can increase sugar cravings and some slim line or light tonics still contain added sugar in various forms - always check the label! 

Swap 150ml tonic water for soda water and save yourself upwards of 7g carbs! 


Red or White?
Wine can be a tricky choice as there are so many varieties available. Red wine in general tends to be lower in carbs than white wine, but if you must indulge go for dry wines rather than the sweet versions. 

Swap 175ml sweet white wine for a flute of champagne or prosecco and save yourself 9g carbs!


Cocktails
Fruity cocktails are super sweet and will almost guarantee the dreaded sugar headache. Avoid the energy slump and go for cleaner blends without the fruit juices or sugar syrups (and stay hydrated with plenty of water!)

Swap a French Martini for a Dirty Martini and save yourself 10g carbs!


Cheese and...
The cheese board (minus the crackers) is a low carbers delight - tuck in but don't ruin your good intentions by adding in those carbs with your naughty little drink on the side!

Swap a large Port for a Dry Sherry and save yourself 5g carbs!


Remember that, although there are better choices when it comes to alcohol, the more you have the longer it will affect you and the longer you will remain out of Ketosis BUT......the odd drink of alcohol is not going to undo all of your hard work so DON'T feel guilty about enjoying yourself this festive period. Just pick a date to get 100% back on track to give yourself something to stick to.

Check out our guide on Surviving a Low Carb Christmas and our Health Coach Olly's guide to Navigating the Festive Period linked at the side!