Light Beer vs Brussels Sprouts

Side-by-side macro comparison. Light Beer vs Brussels Sprouts per their standard serving sizes.

Light Beer

per 12 oz (355ml)

103 cal
0.9g Protein
6g Carbs
0g Fat
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vs

Brussels Sprouts

per 1 cup (88g)

38 cal
3g Protein
8g Carbs
0.3g Fat
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Macro Comparison Table

Macro Light Beer Brussels Sprouts Difference
Calories 103 cal 38 cal +171% Light
Protein 0.9g 3g -70% Light
Carbs 6g 8g -25% Light
Fat 0g 0.3g -100% Light

Differences shown relative to Light Beer. Positive = Light Beer has more.

Quick Take

Light Beer delivers 103 calories per serving with 0.9g protein, 6g carbs, and 0g fat. Brussels Sprouts delivers 38 calories with 3g protein, 8g carbs, and 0.3g fat. The most meaningful difference: Brussels Sprouts saves 65 calories per serving — meaningful over a week of meals. Both deliver similar protein density.

When to Pick Each

For Cutting / Weight Loss

When cutting on a tight calorie budget, Brussels Sprouts gives you 65 more calories of headroom per serving — that's room for an extra snack, more vegetables, or a higher-protein second portion. If protein density matters more (which it does for preserving muscle on a deficit), Brussels Sprouts delivers more grams of protein per calorie consumed.

For Bulking / Muscle Gain

For muscle gain, you want calories AND protein. Light Beer brings 103 calories — useful when you're chasing a surplus and struggling to eat enough. Brussels Sprouts delivers 3g of protein per serving, which directly feeds muscle protein synthesis. The best pick depends on whether you need more total calories or more usable protein.

For Keto / Low-Carb

Both Light Beer and Brussels Sprouts are keto-friendly with under 10g carbs per serving.

Frequently Asked

Which has more protein, Light Beer or Brussels Sprouts?

Brussels Sprouts has more protein: 3g vs 0.9g per serving. That's a difference of 2.1g.

Which has fewer calories, Light Beer or Brussels Sprouts?

Brussels Sprouts has 38 calories per serving vs 103 calories in Light Beer — a difference of 65 calories.

Is Light Beer or Brussels Sprouts better for keto?

Light Beer is the better keto choice at 6g carbs per serving vs 8g carbs in Brussels Sprouts.

Is Light Beer or Brussels Sprouts better for weight loss?

For weight loss, Brussels Sprouts gives you more calorie flexibility (65 cal less per serving). For preserving muscle during a deficit, Brussels Sprouts delivers more protein per calorie. Most people on cuts benefit from Brussels Sprouts.

Which Is Better for Your Goal?

🔥 Weight Loss

Brussels Sprouts

Higher protein-to-calorie density + lower absolute fat = more satiety per calorie.

💪 Muscle Gain

Brussels Sprouts

Higher absolute protein per serving better supports muscle protein synthesis.

🥑 Low-Carb / Keto

Light Beer

Lower carbohydrate content fits keto and low-carb macros without burning your carb budget.

Both fit most balanced diets. These verdicts reflect macro-only comparisons — taste, satiety, cost, and personal preference also matter.

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