It’s funny, but it always struck us that Jewel was a slutty alcoholic. It was part of her appeal for us. But it turns out she’s been a clean-liver with a clean liver who’s only recently started hitting the hard stuff – and loving it. Apparently, she likes Robitussin. She tells Blender, “I didn’t start drinking until I was 30. I grew up singing for alcoholics, and it never really seemed like alcohol fixed anything. I was afraid that it would get me. Around 30, I kind of realized that alcohol really does solve all your problems. Whoever said drinking doesn’t help lied. You live and you learn.” Her remarks are kind of bracing in this time when folks are all holier-than-thou with their 12-step programs. It’s about time someone spoke up for the 12-pack. We’re just saying. (Page Six)