
The surprising ways sugar impacts your brain, how to retrain your taste buds, and the swaps that make cutting back sweet and simple.
Welcome back to The Mindset by Super Age.
The science is in—and it’s serious. A new report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services confirms that alcohol is now classified as a Group 1 carcinogen, placing it alongside tobacco and asbestos in terms of cancer risk. This shift challenges long-held beliefs about alcohol’s role in health and social culture.
At Super Age, we believe the boldest health choices are the ones backed by science. It’s not about fear—it’s about empowerment. Knowing how alcohol affects longevity gives you the freedom to make smarter, more intentional choices. This week, we’re breaking down the findings, plus offering elevated alternatives so you can toast to your health without compromise.
Longevity isn’t about restriction; it’s about being fully awake to your choices. When you choose what nourishes you most, you're not just avoiding harm—you’re elevating your entire life.
Onwards and upward!
Body Wisdom
Alcohol is now recognized as the third leading preventable cause of cancerin the United States, following tobacco use and obesity. It contributes to approximately 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 cancer deaths annually.
Here’s how alcohol increases cancer risk:
The Takeaway: Even moderate drinking is linked to increased cancer risk. If your goal is to live a long, healthy life, it’s time to consider sobriety. Your power lies in awareness—knowing the science empowers you to make choices aligned with your goals.
Stay Amazed
Navigating social settings without a glass in hand? That’s not a restriction—it’s an expansion. Choosing to skip the drink opens space for sharper conversations, clearer memories, and a more energized you. The key? Shifting your mindset from “missing out” to being fully present. Here’s how:
Pro Tip: When heading to a social event, design a personal pre-event ritual: Take a deep breath, visualize yourself fully engaged, stepping into the space aligned with your healthiest self. When you feel pressure to drink, recall how the ritual made you feel. When in doubt, just try to be helpful to others.
Eat Well
Skipping alcohol doesn’t mean skipping sophistication. Sip smart with these powerhouse mocktail ingredients, each backed by science and packed with polyphenols, antioxidants, and adaptogens that can support cellular health and longevity:
Fruits & Juices:
Herbs & Adaptogens:
Rethink your nightcap with a new twist: polyphenol-packed mocktails designed for both taste and longevity. These ingredients do more than replace alcohol—they actively support cellular health.
Pro Tip: We linked to a few above, but you can find high-quality, organic adaptogens and herbal extracts at your local health food store or sometimes even at your local farmer's market.
The surprising ways sugar impacts your brain, how to retrain your taste buds, and the swaps that make cutting back sweet and simple.
The surprising ways sugar impacts your brain, how to retrain your taste buds, and the swaps that make cutting back sweet and simple.
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