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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nReaching the \u2018tipping point\u2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe tipping point is the point at which drinking alcohol tips us into drinking and eating far more than we ever intended \u2013 and it can impact hugely on our weight. In fact, our research revealed that it can lead us to consume, on average, an extra 6,300 calories in food and alcohol over the following two days. The study also found that half of those questioned reported cancelling physical activity they\u2019d planned for the next day in favour of watching TV, staying in bed or spending time on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Average tipping point for men = 4 pints of beer<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Average tipping point for women = 2.5 glasses of wine<\/p>\n\n\n\n
88% of Slimming World members surveyed said they\u2019d learned new ways to make healthier food choices after drinking alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nMore for members: Slimming World members<\/a> can easily check the Syn values of their alcoholic drinks using the handy online food search tool or the barcode scanner on the Slimming World app<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nMaking simple swaps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere\u2019s no reason to give up alcohol completely, unless that\u2019s something you want to do. Here are some simple swaps and strategies to help you cut down, while still enjoying a tipple or two:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Alternate alcoholic drinks with soft drinks or a glass of water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make simple swaps such as switching from stout to a low-calorie beer. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Measure out drinks, rather than guessing \u2013 this can be a real eye-opener! <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make short spirits last longer by adding more mixer \u2013 or opt for a white wine spritzer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Swap to small wine glasses \u2013 some large glasses hold up to a third of a bottle!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Decide in advance how many drinks you\u2019ll have. You could ask a supportive partner or friend to help you stick to this. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Try to have at least two alcohol-free days a week.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Avoid drinking on an empty stomach \u2013 eating a healthy, filling meal beforehand is a good idea.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
86% of the members we surveyed for our \u2018tipping point\u2019 study said that they still enjoyed alcohol in moderation and continued to lose weight steadily <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSlimming World member Ian found his healthy booze balance and lost 10st. He says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI started gaining weight from the age of 20 \u2013 all I cared about was work, going out drinking, and eating junk food. At the time, I wouldn\u2019t have said I drank in excess, but I also didn\u2019t consider the calories I was having when downing pints of lager or cider. Although I\u2019d never touch a full-fat cola, thinking it was packed with sugar, I\u2019d happily down a pint of lager without even thinking about it. I\u2019d go on to eat more than I intended, too, often grabbing a takeaway pizza on my way home from the pub. In February 2019, I weighed over 22st. It was time to make a change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More on the blog: Read Ian\u2019s story here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n92% of members surveyed said that, since joining Slimming World, they\u2019ve discovered simple strategies to change their drinking habits without feeling they\u2019re missing out<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nMore for members: Read more about the tipping point and identify your personal danger zones<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Group-CTA-Square-New.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nThe NHS states long-term regular drinking (over 10-20 years) can lead to increases in certain cancers, heart disease, liver disease and stroke, among other illnesses. Government health guidance says that we should limit consumption to no more than 14 units a week \u2013 that\u2019s around six pints of beer, six medium glasses of wine or 14 measures of spirits \u2013 spread over three or more days to help keep the health risks from alcohol to a low level. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to avoid alcohol completely. Find more info on calculating units of alcohol here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n*The \u2018tipping point\u2019 study was conducted by YouGov and Slimming World in 2013. It polled a representative sample of 2042 UK adults and included questions on drinking habits and behavioural impacts. You can read more here.\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More for members: Slimming World members<\/a> can easily check the Syn values of their alcoholic drinks using the handy online food search tool or the barcode scanner on the Slimming World app<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s no reason to give up alcohol completely, unless that\u2019s something you want to do. Here are some simple swaps and strategies to help you cut down, while still enjoying a tipple or two:<\/p>\n\n\n\n 86% of the members we surveyed for our \u2018tipping point\u2019 study said that they still enjoyed alcohol in moderation and continued to lose weight steadily <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Slimming World member Ian found his healthy booze balance and lost 10st. He says:<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cI started gaining weight from the age of 20 \u2013 all I cared about was work, going out drinking, and eating junk food. At the time, I wouldn\u2019t have said I drank in excess, but I also didn\u2019t consider the calories I was having when downing pints of lager or cider. Although I\u2019d never touch a full-fat cola, thinking it was packed with sugar, I\u2019d happily down a pint of lager without even thinking about it. I\u2019d go on to eat more than I intended, too, often grabbing a takeaway pizza on my way home from the pub. In February 2019, I weighed over 22st. It was time to make a change.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n More on the blog: Read Ian\u2019s story here<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n 92% of members surveyed said that, since joining Slimming World, they\u2019ve discovered simple strategies to change their drinking habits without feeling they\u2019re missing out<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n More for members: Read more about the tipping point and identify your personal danger zones<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n The NHS states long-term regular drinking (over 10-20 years) can lead to increases in certain cancers, heart disease, liver disease and stroke, among other illnesses. Government health guidance says that we should limit consumption to no more than 14 units a week \u2013 that\u2019s around six pints of beer, six medium glasses of wine or 14 measures of spirits \u2013 spread over three or more days to help keep the health risks from alcohol to a low level. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to avoid alcohol completely. Find more info on calculating units of alcohol here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n *The \u2018tipping point\u2019 study was conducted by YouGov and Slimming World in 2013. It polled a representative sample of 2042 UK adults and included questions on drinking habits and behavioural impacts. You can read more here.\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\nMaking simple swaps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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