Line chart showing percentages of Americans who say drinking in moderation is good for your health, makes no difference or is bad for your health since 2001. The latest data from a July 1-19, 2026 poll show 51% say it is bad for health, 40% say it makes no difference, and 6% say it is good for health. The percentage calling it bad for your health is similar to last year's record-high 53%, while up from 39% in 2023 and 28% in 2018.