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Hello Jerry,
Moderation would be one answer, we cant control our clients behavior when they are at home, dining out or celebratiing a special occasion.
Sincerley,
Michael
Moderation would be one answer, we cant control our clients behavior when they are at home, dining out or celebratiing a special occasion.
Sincerley,
Michael
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I let them know that it has seven calories per gram and can add many extra calories into their diet if they are not careful. Mixed drinks have even more calories as one has to account for the calories in mixer.
That is as far as I go.
That is as far as I go.
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As with any "splurge" that my clients wish to make, I tell them to think about the extra calories they're ingesting and whether that "food" choice is worth the calories. Are those calories going to be a good fuel for their body? Junk in Junk Out!
We discuss alcohol as we discuss any special event and how they'll deal with the pressure to indulge. Then we talk about the tools they can use to "walk away" from some items and to savor others while still feeling like they had a great time. With alcohol specifically we talk about how they feel the next day, how to limit drinks (drinking water or other beverages in-between) or how to fancy up a non-alcoholic drink so others will think they're still imbibing and they won't have to answer "Why aren't you drinking?" type questions. I've found that giving my clients the tools to deal with these situations in advance and even role-playing how they'll respond helps them to choose wisely in those situations. And if they do over-indulge to get right back to a healthy plan with the next bite, drink or workout.
We discuss alcohol as we discuss any special event and how they'll deal with the pressure to indulge. Then we talk about the tools they can use to "walk away" from some items and to savor others while still feeling like they had a great time. With alcohol specifically we talk about how they feel the next day, how to limit drinks (drinking water or other beverages in-between) or how to fancy up a non-alcoholic drink so others will think they're still imbibing and they won't have to answer "Why aren't you drinking?" type questions. I've found that giving my clients the tools to deal with these situations in advance and even role-playing how they'll respond helps them to choose wisely in those situations. And if they do over-indulge to get right back to a healthy plan with the next bite, drink or workout.
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I tend to focus on the possible interaction with drugs as many of my clients are taking medications. I also point out that even over-the-counter medications need to be considered.
Else, I go Joanne's route and point to the extra empty calories.
Else, I go Joanne's route and point to the extra empty calories.
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Jerry, I tell my clients not to drink. The body does not need it. My clients interpret that as "only drink in moderation." :-)
Phil Carpenter Lee
LightSpeed Fitness, Inc.
Phil Carpenter Lee
LightSpeed Fitness, Inc.
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I thought I might add another perspective to this thread. Alcohol consumption is a part of many cultures eating habits.
Being married to a native Italian, I can tell you unequivocally that wine (red or white) is part of the lunch and dinner meal for most Italians, yet the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest ways of eating.
On a side note, Jesus turned water to wine at a wedding feast. 8)) LaRue put it nicely--Moderation.
Being married to a native Italian, I can tell you unequivocally that wine (red or white) is part of the lunch and dinner meal for most Italians, yet the Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest ways of eating.
On a side note, Jesus turned water to wine at a wedding feast. 8)) LaRue put it nicely--Moderation.
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It depends on what they typically consume. One glass of wine at a meal or a get together is usually not the issue. The problem is usually the overconsumption of alcohol in social settings or possible alcoholism. Advice is determined by the individual.
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The advise I give is in the form of education and let them make their own decision :)
1) Alcohol prevents muscle growth
2) Alcohol dehydrates your body
3) Alcohol inhibits absorption of nutrients
4) Alcohol affects your memory
5) Alcohol makes you gain weight
6) Alcohol can make a good cheat meal
Infrequency and moderation is key with alcohol. Smart moderation is the key, some studies even showed that consuming red wine in moderation, could be good for your heart due to antioxidants such as flavonoids and resveratrol that may help prevent heart disease by increasing levels of "good" cholesterol and protecting against artery damage.
1) Alcohol prevents muscle growth
2) Alcohol dehydrates your body
3) Alcohol inhibits absorption of nutrients
4) Alcohol affects your memory
5) Alcohol makes you gain weight
6) Alcohol can make a good cheat meal
Infrequency and moderation is key with alcohol. Smart moderation is the key, some studies even showed that consuming red wine in moderation, could be good for your heart due to antioxidants such as flavonoids and resveratrol that may help prevent heart disease by increasing levels of "good" cholesterol and protecting against artery damage.
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This I do share when the occasion presents itself.
The CDC makes this distinction, heavy drinking is more than one drink for woman and 2 for men per day. AICR recommends no more than 2 drinks a day for men and one for woman. Alcohol studies strongly support increased risk for breast, throat, pharnyx, larnyx, esophagus and colorectal cancer with heavy drinking. According to the CDC alcohol is the third leading lifestyle related cause of death.
The CDC makes this distinction, heavy drinking is more than one drink for woman and 2 for men per day. AICR recommends no more than 2 drinks a day for men and one for woman. Alcohol studies strongly support increased risk for breast, throat, pharnyx, larnyx, esophagus and colorectal cancer with heavy drinking. According to the CDC alcohol is the third leading lifestyle related cause of death.
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I give them the calorie count and evidence about the inhibition of muscle growth due to imbibing. Beyond that I tell them nothing until asked or (in some rare instances) obligated.
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Everything comes with risks. Giving clients the facts on the nutritional breakdown of alcohol, the facts on the benefits of moderate consumption, the facts on the risks associated, and how all that fits into the overall plan for that individual (as far as nutrients go) is the best I can do.
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Alcohol converts to fat, our bodies don't know how to process alcohol since it's really not meant for injestion- All of my clients know this.
I inquire when I can smell stale alcohol on their breath! Otherwise, most of my clients are pretty good about not consuming it.
I inquire when I can smell stale alcohol on their breath! Otherwise, most of my clients are pretty good about not consuming it.
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I'd suggest that they reduce to the absolute minimum stating the huge number of benefits we all get when cutting alcohol out of our diets. Benefits including improved well being, reduced skin problems, less likelihood of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, etc.
