- Survey of 2,000 Brits showed how many calories they consume when drinking
With the Three Lions on their way to the final and Euros excitement at fever pitch – nervous Brits are set to consume booze by the bucket load this weekend to drown their big match nerves.
In between homages to the country’s incumbent saviour Ollie Watkins, shuffling Three Lions, World In Motion and Southgate You’re The One and watching through their fingertips – football fans are set to pack pubs to the rafters on Sunday.
With the match kicking off at 8pm BST, supporters will have plenty of opportunity to quench their thirst, albeit at a cost to their waistlines.
A new survey of 2,000 Brits who regularly hit the town has revealed how many calories they consume on a night out and it is not good news for anyone wanting to watch their weight.
The research, from glucose biosensor and app, Lingo by Abbott, revealed that the average British reveller will consume twelve drinks on a big night out, equating to more than 2,000 calories.
A new survey of 2,000 Brits who regularly hit the town has revealed how many calories they consume on a night out
The research, from glucose biosensor and app, Lingo by Abbott, revealed that the average British reveller will consume twelve drinks on a big night out, equating to more than 2,000 calories
This is the equivalent of eating approximately one cheeseburger, a medium portion of fries, 20 chicken nuggets and a serving of ice cream.
Despite this, half (47 per cent) of those polled admitted that they do not think about the number of calories in their alcoholic beverages.
The statistics also suggest there will be – on average – three glasses of wine (83 calories each), three pints of lager (200 calories each) and three shots with a sugary mixer (207 calories each) consumed.
Indeed, the effects of a hangover only increase calorie consumption, among sore-headed punters as eight in ten (86 per cent) admit they crave greasy, unhealthy food the day after a boozy night out.
The desire for greasy food is fueled by feeling tired (52 per cent), sluggish (44 per cent) and an insatiable hunger (22 per cent).
Sophie Bertrand, Resident Nutritionist from Lingo by Abbott, which commissioned the survey said: ‘It’s clear from the survey results that people in the UK are unaware of the health implications that come with drinking.
‘Amongst other things, excessive alcohol intake can impair the liver’s ability to produce glucose and interfere with insulin sensitivity, leading to fluctuations in glucose levels (causing spikes and dips).
‘Alcohol also negatively affects our sleep and lowers our inhibitions which causes us to reach for sugar or carb-heavy snacks that can cause a glucose spike.’
As the weather gets warmer and the summer drinking season picks up Sophie advised: ‘You don’t have to skip your favourite drinks, but consume alcohol in moderation and try reaching for a light pint, dry wine and use low-sugar mixers in your cocktails.
‘I also recommend people consider monitoring their glucose levels to help create healthier and long-lasting habits.’
The effects of a hangover only increase calorie consumption, among sore-headed punters as eight in ten (86 per cent) admit they crave greasy, unhealthy food the day after a boozy night out