abstainer

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As a result, “abstainers” looked relatively unhealthy, and “moderate” drinkers, many of whom exercise and eat well, looked pretty good.

From Scientific American

The new analysis shows, however, that those who drink moderately have no statistically significant advantage in longevity compared with those who are lifelong abstainers, the study’s authors said.

From New York Times

But not from one notable abstainer, former President Trump, that self-described “very stable genius.”

From Los Angeles Times

Those who drank regular coffee were less likely than abstainers to develop Type 2 diabetes.

From Seattle Times

“Cannabis legalization may cause increased likelihood of recent use, but cannabis legalization is unlikely to cause initiation in individuals who were lifetime abstainers prior to legalization,” the study said.

From Washington Times