Wine on a Diet: Carbs, Calories, and the Science Behind It
If you're sipping wine while dieting, you're not alone—but the science behind your glass might surprise you. Wine isn’t just a mood booster; it’s a complex mix of carbs, calories, and brain chemistry that can either support or sabotage your goals. Understanding how it interacts with your body is key to making smarter choices without sacrificing flavor. Wine’s carb content hinges on residual sugar—sugars left after fermentation. A fully dry wine has none, but most have traces, measured in grams per liter. Look for wines with 3g or less of residual sugar per liter; that translates to under 2.25 carbs…