2023-12-28 14:41:16
How many calories (kcal) in a non-alcoholic beer?
Let us first remember that according to French law, a beer can be stipulated “without alcohol” from the moment his blood alcohol level is less than or equal to 1.2% in volume, following dealcoholization or the start of fermentation,
In a regular beer the two nutrients that provide calories are: alcohol and sugar.
Alcohol-free beer is low in alcoholeven devoid of alcohol for the 0.0% alcohol, but not in carbohydrates. Conversely, it is even slightly sweeter than ordinary beer, in order to compensate tastefully for the absence of alcohol.
However, non-alcoholic beer contains an average of 25 calories per 100 ml, which is much less than the average 42 calories contained in 100 ml of regular beer.
A “non-alcoholic” beer contains on average 25 calories per 100 ml. A standard beer (4-5% alcohol) contains around 42 calories per 100 ml. A dark beer contains around 55 calories per 100 ml.
These values obviously vary depending on the brand and type of beer consumed, whether with or without alcohol.
We can therefore, whatever happens, conclude that the consumption of non-alcoholic beer makes it possible to reduce caloric intake compared to traditional beer.
Why does beer make your belly fat?
We all have in mind the stereotype of the beer drinker with a big belly, which leads us to draw the conclusion that beer makes the belly bloat. We also speak of the “beer belly” to describe the distended bellies of certain heavy beer drinkers.
But is it really beer that causes belly fat, or the lifestyle of heavy beer drinkers – often sedentary and fond of junk food?
Several factors can contribute to the fact that regular beer consumption can cause belly fat:
– First of all, beer is a carbonated drink, therefore rich in carbon dioxide, which can give feeling of bloated stomach following a half liter pint. However, this phenomenon is transient and doesn’t explain the big bellies of beer drinkers.
– The alcohol, sugar and therefore calorie content of this drink, which is drunk in large quantities and which can therefore contribute to significantly increasing the calorie level of its fans. And Excess calories mean weight gain. But this will not necessarily be located on the stomach, which is more where men’s fat is stored. Women, for their part, tend to store on the lower part of the body: thighs, buttocks, hips.
– Beer is a drink high glycemic index (110). Excessive consumption can therefore lead to a rapid increase in blood glucose levels and stimulate the production of insulin, a hormone that promotes fat storage. But here once more, the excess weight will not necessarily be located on the abdomen.
– Finally, beer stimulates the appetite. Indeed, the fermentation process releases carbon dioxidewhich causes the stomach to distend, thus increasing the feeling of hunger.
Finally, beer does not so much make the belly fat as it simply makes it fatter, when consumed in excess, and associated with a poor lifestyle and a diet that is too rich and unbalanced.
Does non-alcoholic beer make your stomach bloat?
Just as a pint of beer with alcohol can give you a bloated stomach feeling due to its carbon dioxide content, a pint of beer without alcohol will have exactly the same transient effect.
Regarding the effect of non-alcoholic beer on weight, it will be less than that of ordinary beer since it is almost half as rich in calories.
Be careful, however, even if it contains fewer calories than its alcoholic counterpart, non-alcoholic beer is not devoid of carbohydrates, which in excess can contribute to weight gain. Non-alcoholic beer also has a fairly high glycemic index (80), making it a limited drink when you want to lose weight.
But overall, non-alcoholic beer consumed in moderation should not contribute to weight gain or a “beer belly”.
Liver, health, diabetes: what are the benefits and harms of alcohol-free beer?
Notice to amateurs: the non-alcoholic beer has several health benefits!
– Just like classic beer, it contains xanthohumol, an antioxidant from hop flowers, beneficial for the immune system and slowing down cellular aging.
– Thanks to the fermentation of barley, it might also have a positive effect on the intestinal microbiota. In any case, this is what a 2022 study carried out by Portuguese researchers and published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry (1) suggests.
– Hops in non-alcoholic beer may have a sedative effect that might improve sleep. Conversely, classic beer rich in alcohol can tend to disrupt the quality of sleep.
However, it is not without its drawbacks. Indeed, the sugar content of non-alcoholic beer is often higher than that of traditional beer, which can increase the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In addition, excessive consumption can promote the appearance of cavities and “fatty liver disease” or NASH.
It is therefore essential to consume this drink in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.
What is the least sweet non-alcoholic beer?
Not all non-alcoholic beers are equal in terms of sugar content. Some brands compensate for the absence of alcohol by adding sugar to improve the taste.
To find the least sugary non-alcoholic beer, it is recommended to read nutrition labels carefully. Be sure to check not only total carbs, but also added sugars. Ingredients like “glucose syrup” are indicators of added sugar.
A few brands stand out on the market for their low sugar content. For example, the Alcohol-free blond beer 0.0% from 1664 received a rating of 15.2/20 by Que Choisir due to its absence of added sugar. It has only 3.4 g of sugar per 100 ml from malted barley. Be careful, the 1664 white without alcohol contains 6.7 g of glucose per 100 ml, including 3.8 g of added sugar!
Other popular, low-sweet options: Carlsberg 0,0 %, the Corona Cero 0.0% and Venus without alcohol and without added sugar.
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