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Feb 2025
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Want a Healthier Mocktail? Here’s How

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You can find mocktails on just about any menu these days, but can you enjoy the trend without the sugar overload? Dr. Sanjay Gupta answers a listener’s question and shares tips from a mixologist on crafting healthier zero-proof drinks.


Want to learn more about alcohol's health impacts? Check out our episode, 'Your Shame-Free Guide to Cutting Back on Booze.’ 


Need inspiration? Discover 32 of the best nonalcoholic drinks for Dry January and beyond

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