Alcohol is similar to carbohydrates, protein, and fats in that it contains calories. However, unlike these macronutrients, alcohol does not bring vitamins and minerals with its consumption, rather it can interfere with nutrient absorption and utilization.
In 1990, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans firmly declared that alcohol "has no net health benefit, is linked with many health problems, is the cause of many accidents and can lead to addiction. Their consumption is not recommended."
According to the Guidelines for 2010, strong evidence indicates that "the lowest mortality risk for men and women occurs at the average level of one to two drinks per day, and is likely due to the protective effects of moderate alcohol consumption on coronary heart disease, diabetes and ischemic stroke as summarized in this chapter."
These current recommendation show that 1-2 drinks per day could be beneficial. However, drinking in moderation is key and watching your calorie consumption. White wines, bourbon, and light beers are some of the better diet choices.
Do your research and if you drink, choose your alcohol choices wisely to avoid taking in a lot of calories and carbohydrates.
References
http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/publications/dietaryguidelines/2010/policydoc/policydoc.pdf
http://www.cnpp.usda.gov/Publications/DietaryGuidelines/1990/1990CommitteeReport.pdf
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