Let’s just put it out therecalling any alcohol “healthy” is a stretch.

But that doesn’t mean there’s absolutely no place for the occasional drink in a healthy lifestyle.

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Straight up, mezcal is very low in sugar and calories thanks to its traditional production process.

By law, it must contain 100% agave, which means no added sugar.

Single-ingredient mezcals may also be metabolized faster, meaning fewer hangover symptoms.

Jaime Schehr, N.D., R.D.

Someevidence4also finds that tequila may not be as severe a depressant as other types of alcohol.

Red wine

Highest antioxidants

You just knew red wine would make the list, didn’t you?

The key word isredwine because it contains more of these antioxidants than white wine."

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(It may be past the point when the cons start to outweigh the pros.)

This is also a good pick for automatic portion control.

A typical serving size of Champagne is 4 ounces.

Because it’s fermented, it naturally has very low levels of alcohol.

Buthard kombuchais fermented for longer to create a higher ABV (alcohol by volume).

It makes for a fresh, buzzy, subtly boozy drink that’s notablyrich in probiotics.

One drawback: Craft beers tend to have higher ABV.

Generally, that means more calories too.

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This is what’s considered “healthy.”

So if you’re going to go ahead and indulge, be mindful of what you’re really drinking.