Are you concerned that you're drinking too much but reluctant to give up alcohol entirely? A little-known strategy called the Sinclair Method may be worth trying. It relies on naltrexone, a drug that dampens alcohol's euphoric effects. Over time, this practice gradually dials down the powerful cravings some people experience that compel them to drink excessively. Unhealthy alcohol use is a common, serious problem in the United States (see "Dangerous drinking patterns"). The possible short-term