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How to drink alcohol while dieting

There can be 200 to 300 calories in a margerita or a cosmopolitan.

A glass of red or white wine is better: about 100 to 120 calories a glass.

During the holidays, there are more parties, and people drink more. Be picky about the drinks you consume instead of accepting all that is offered.

Between drinks, have a glass of water or diet cola, to prevent getting drunk (which can make you forget your diet altogether) and to spread out the calories.

Dilute your drink with ice or water to cut down on calories.

If you have a gin and tonic, ask for calorie-free tonic.

Most people aren't aware of how many calories alcoholic drinks may contain: for example a large Long Island iced tea can be 1000 calories: more than a platter of fried onion rings.