Alcohol
Nutrient that provides calories without any nutrients
- Prevents absorption of D, E, B vitamins and zinc
- Diet rich in antioxidants may help lower liver damage from alcohol
- 1 drink or 14 g ETOH = 12 oz beer, 5 oz wine, 1.5 oz shot liquor
Health Benefits:
- alcohol in moderation: can affect cholesterol, triglycerides
- can affect insulin in the blood
- can affect inflammation and coagulation
- can alter mood, concentration, coordination
Low intake of Alcohol
Symptoms of low Alcohol intake
- No symptoms; not an essential nutrient
- Alcohol has no nutritional value
- Alcohol withdrawal: Tremors, sweating, rapid heart beat, nausea, vomiting, headaches
Causes of low Alcohol intake
- No alcohol intake
Excess intake of Alcohol
Symptoms of excess intake of Alcohol
- Confusion
- Loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Vomiting
- Trouble breathing
- Slow heart rate
- Loss of reflexes, no gag reflex
- Low body temperature
- Signs of alcoholic liver disease: Belly pain, dry mouth, increased thirst, fatigue, yellow skin or eyes, loss of appetite, nausea, redness of feet or hands, clay colored stools
At risk for excess Alcohol
- Men: More than 15 drinks per week
- Women: More than 8 drinks per week
- Blood Alcohol Content: 0.08% very impaired; 0.40% potentially fatal
Alcohol Content in Foods
Foods High in Alcohol
| Food | Serving Size | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Pina Colada [ABV 10-13%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| White Russian [ABV 16-24%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Chocolate Martini [ABV 22-26%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Mojito [ABV 10-15%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Sangria [ABV 10-12%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Margarita [ABV 33-40%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Spritz [ABV 11-12%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Bloody Mary [ABV 10-12%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Chocolate Stout [ABV 5-6%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Long Island Iced Tea [ABV 20-22%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Sake [ABV 15-20%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Old Fashioned [ABV 28-32%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Coffee Stout [ABV 5-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Moscow Mule [ABV 11-17%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| IPA [ABV 6-9%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Cosmopolitan [ABV 20-40%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Chocolate Porter [ABV 4-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Screwdriver [ABV 5-10%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Coffee Porter [ABV 5-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Rye Ale [ABV 4-6%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Pilsner [ABV 4-5%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Hard Cider [ABV 4-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Mimosa [ABV 10-12%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Martini [ABV 17-30%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Manhattan [ABV 26-30%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Marsala [ABV 15-20%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Gin & Tonic [ABV 10-40%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Rum & Coke [ABV 9-12%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Whiskey Sour [ABV 14-16%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| American Pale Ale [ABV 4-6%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Gimlet [ABV 12-25%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Traditional Bock [ABV 6-8%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
Foods Low in Alcohol
| Food | Serving Size | Alcohol |
|---|---|---|
| Hefeweizen [ABV 4-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Brown Ale [ABV 3-5%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Helles [ABV 5-6%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| American Pale Wheat [ABV 5-7%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Port [ABV 19-22%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Blonde Ale [ABV 4-6%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Sherry [ABV 15-16%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Vermouth [ABV 15-18%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Malbec [ABV 13-14%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Kolsch [ABV 4-5%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| American Lager [ABV 4-5%] | 12 oz | 14 g |
| Red Zinfandel [ABV 14-16%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Sparkling Rose [ABV 9-12%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Sauvignon Blanc [ABV 12-14%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Merlot [ABV 13-15%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Chardonnay [ABV 13-15%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Riesling [ABV 10-12%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Sangiovese Rose [ABV 12-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Whiskey [ABV 40-70%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Pinot Noir [ABV 12-15%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Cabernet Sauvignon [ABV 13-15%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Pinot Gris [ABV 10-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Gin [ABV 50-90%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Provence Rose [ABV 12-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Rum [ABV 40-75%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Champagne [ABV 12-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| White Zinfandel [ABV 11-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
| Brandy [ABV 35-60%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Tequila [ABV 35-55%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Vodka [ABV 40-55%] | 1.5 oz | 14 g |
| Prosecco [ABV 11-13%] | 5 oz | 14 g |
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