India, Nov. 16 -- If you're trying to lose weight, frequent drinking may be doing more harm than you realise. Alcohol is packed with empty calories, disrupts your body's ability to burn fat, and can quickly lead to stubborn weight gain - especially around the abdomen. Over time, this can contribute to the classic 'beer belly', making your fitness goals feel further out of reach despite your best efforts.

Eric Roberts, a fitness coach with eight years of experience and more than 25,000 clients trained, explains why alcohol can lead to weight gain and hinder muscle-building. In an Instagram video posted on November 15, the fitness trainer breaks down what happens when alcohol enters your system - and how its empty calories and impact on fa...