PT Reed Fitness And Nutrition Coach

Does alcohol hinder weight loss?
YES

When you drink alcohol (ethanol), your body:
👉 Prioritises breaking it down first
👉 Pauses burning fat and carbs while it does

So even if you’ve eaten well:
👉 fat burning basically gets put on hold until the alcohol is processed.

Low calorie High Protein Breakfast - Eggs | Avocado | Eggs
*Great post workout breaky option*

2 Slices Wholemeal High Fiber Bread
1 whole egg
150g egg whites
1/4 avocado

Calories - 397
P - 31g | C - 35g | F - 14g

White rice vs Brown rice - What's the difference?
I eat both!

The difference is less about the colour and more about how the rice is processed and how your body digests it.

🌾 Brown rice is a whole grain and it contains more:
👉Fibre (super important for menopausal women)
👉Magnesium
👉Potassium
👉Iron
👉B vitamins
👉 Slower digestion for most people

🍚 White rice
👉More processed (bran removed)
👉Lower in fibre
👉Easier to digest
👉 Great option if you struggle with gut issues or high-fibre foods

⚡ What about GI? (This refers to how quickly your blood sugar rises after eating)
White rice is generally higher GI
Brown rice is generally lower GI

But keep in mind:
GI can vary depending on the type of rice and what you eat it with.

🏋️‍♀️ When would I choose each?
White rice → around training (easier to digest, quick energy)
Brown rice → meals where you want more fibre and fullness

👉 But both are great options—there’s no “good vs bad” here.

🔥 Calories? Very Similar:
Brown rice (1 cup cooked) → ~218 calories (slightly higher in fat)
White rice (1 cup cooked) → ~240 calories (slightly higher in carbs)

Bottom line:
👉 Choose based on digestion, preference and timing - not because one is "better" than the other.

Which one do you use?