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Researchers concerned new U.S. dietary guidelines will overlook harms of alcohol

By Will Stone

Published October 1, 2025 at 4:44 AM EDT

The federal government is getting ready to release new dietary guidelines, but some researchers are concerned the harmful effects of alcohol will be overlooked.

Will Stone

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