Alcohol consumption among Americans hits a historic low
The decline is largely driven by increasing concerns over health consequences, with 53 percent of respondents believing even moderate alcohol consumption is detrimental to health.
The trend of reduced drinking is more pronounced among women, younger demographics, and non-Hispanic white adults.
Among those who do drink, consumption frequency has decreased, with a record low 24 percent having had a drink in the last 24 hours.
Despite the overall reduction in alcohol consumption, beer remains the most preferred alcoholic beverage among US adults.
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