Researchers have found significant dietary and lifestyle differences among alcohol consumers based on their drink preferences. A study of over 1,900 U.S. adults who consume alcohol revealed that beer drinkers tend to have worse diets, exercise less, and smoke more than those who drink wine or liquor. Beer-only drinkers scored notably lower on the Healthy Eating Index, a standardized scale that measures dietary habits. The study suggests that the context in which food and alcohol are consumed together may play a crucial role in these dietary patterns. Healthcare providers are encouraged to inquire about the type of alcohol consumed to better guide discussions about healthy behaviors.