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Why are Americans drinking less?

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Americans are drinking less due to increased health consciousness, changing cultural norms, updated messaging about alcohol risks, and the influence of cannabis legalization and medications like GLP-1 inhibitors. Young adults are especially driving this trend.

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Fewer Americans are drinking alcohol than ever before, new poll shows

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  • Alcohol consumption among Americans has declined, especially among women and young adults. 15s
  • Only about half of adults aged 18 to 34 report drinking alcohol. 23s
  • A majority of Americans now view moderate drinking as bad for health. 36s
  • Americans who do drink are consuming less, with a weekly average at its lowest since 1996. 1m 2s
  • Marijuana use has increased over the past decade but has remained steady in recent years. 1m 28s
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Fewer Americans are drinking alcohol than ever before, new poll shows
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CBS America
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Fewer Americans are drinking alcohol than ever before, new poll shows

Young people are more wellness and health conscious, and a majority now consider even moderate drinking bad for health.

Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows
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CBS America
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Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows

Young adults are influenced by more messaging about alcohol's health risks and changing social behaviors.

Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows
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CBS America
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Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows

Younger adults socialize differently post-pandemic and may substitute alcohol with cannabis as legalization expands.

Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows
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CBS America
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Fewer Americans drinking alcohol, new polling shows

GLP-1 medications like Ozempic may reduce alcohol cravings, contributing to the decline in drinking.

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