MadSci Network: General Biology |
Beer has many calories. Many people who drink beer often consume too many calories. Too many calories are stored in the body as fat. A favorite place for the body to store fat is the abdominal area. So people who drink lots of beer often develop a "beer belly" because the excess calories are being stored as fat in the abdomen. A person can drink beer occassionally and not get a "beer belly" if they drink beer in moderation, eat a well-balanced diet that includes vegetables and fruit, and get adequate exercise.
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