Beer Nutrition Guide: Calories, Vitamins & Health Effects

Beer contains various vitamins but also carries risks for the liver and pancreas. Understanding the calorie differences between draft and bottled varieties helps in managing dietary intake after a workout.

Mature overweight man sitting in armchair, maid (close-up of hand) serving glass of beer

Does Beer Cause Belly Fat?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Joseph Ng

Whether it’s called a beer belly, pot belly or spare tire, an expanding waistline is a serious health risk. A single beer only contains about 150 calories, but it’s not uncommon for a beer connoisseur to swig a six-pack of beer in one sitting, which leads to excess calorie consumption and the “beer belly” moniker.