Can I drink alcohol on the Diet?Updated a month ago

🍷 Can I Drink Alcohol on the Plan?

Our Recommendation

If you’re following a structured, calorie-controlled phase such as Total Focus or New You Sprint, we recommend avoiding alcohol.

This isn’t just about staying on track with weight loss — it’s also about protecting your wellbeing while your body is adjusting to reduced calories.

🚫 Why Alcohol Isn’t Recommended During Structured Phases

1️⃣ Lower Alcohol Tolerance

When calories are reduced, your body becomes more sensitive to alcohol.

This means:

• You may feel the effects more quickly
• You may become intoxicated more easily
• Your judgement around food may be affected

2️⃣ Stronger Hangovers

With lower calories and hydration levels, hangovers can feel:

• More intense
• More dehydrating
• Longer lasting

This can impact energy, motivation and consistency the following day.

3️⃣ It Slows Fat Loss

Your body prioritises processing alcohol before burning fat.

This means fat loss temporarily pauses while alcohol is metabolised.

Alcohol can also increase cravings and impulsive food choices.

🍸 If You Choose to Drink

If you have a special occasion and decide to drink, plan ahead.

✔ Before the Event

• Gradually increase your daily intake to at least 1,000 calories
• Do this for around one week before the event
• You can increase intake by adding additional New You products
• Or move temporarily to Switch, which includes structured whole foods

This helps your body tolerate alcohol more safely.

✔ On the Day

• Do not drink on an empty stomach
• Increase your water intake
• Stay aware of portion control

✔ After the Event

• Hydrate well (2.5–4 litres of water)
• Consider electrolytes if needed
• Return to structure calmly the next day

Do not punish yourself or over-restrict.

⭐ For Best Results

To maximise results during structured weight loss phases, avoiding alcohol completely will help you:

✔ Protect your calorie deficit
✔ Maintain energy
✔ Reduce cravings
✔ Stay consistent

But if you do choose to drink occasionally, the key is planning and returning to structure quickly.

Consistency over perfection always wins.

💬 Need Personalised Advice?

We’re here to help you make the right choice for your goals.

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Stay focused, stay consistent — and remember, one choice doesn’t define your journey 💛