If you love relaxing with a cocktail every night, think before you pour that next drink.

Cocktails never go out of style.

According to theLiquor Laboratory, 27% of individuals who drink alcohol sip spirits.

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A nighttime cocktail may induce drowsiness, but it ultimately won’t do your sleep any favors.

Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram, and it can convert to fat when not used by the body.

Added sugar also ups the calorie count in cocktails.

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That’s why theAmerican Institute for Cancer Researchsuggests abstaining from alcohol for cancer prevention.

The Bottom Line

Cocktails can be enjoyed, as all things, in moderation.

Yet, regularly drinking alcohol carries some risk of health issues.

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you might make your own or purchase canned options.

Frequently Asked Questions

As with all foods and beverages, cocktails can be enjoyed in moderation.

Regular consumption of alcohol can increase your risk for heart problems, cancer, sleep issues and more.

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