Gen Z drives ‘sober curious’ trend as younger adults rethink alcohol use

Name: Gen Z drives ‘sober curious’ trend as younger adults rethink alcohol use
Uploaded: 2026-04-28T17:18:48Z
Duration: 5 min 17 s
Description: Younger adults, especially Gen Z, are leading a shift away from alcohol as the “sober curious” movement gains traction, driven by wellness trends and greater awareness of long-term health risks. Dr. Mary Meyer, an emergency department physician with Kaiser Permanente, joined us on 'The Nine' to break down the health benefits of cutting back and what this trend means for overall well-being.

FOX LOCAL San Francisco · Apr 28, 2026 · 5m 17s

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Younger adults, especially Gen Z, are leading a shift away from alcohol as the “sober curious” movement gains traction, driven by wellness trends and greater awareness of long-term health risks. Dr. Mary Meyer, an emergency department physician with Kaiser Permanente, joined us on 'The Nine' to break down the health benefits of cutting back and what this trend means for overall well-being.