Fact or Fiction: Does B12 Keep Bugs Away?
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Despite a widespread folk remedy suggesting it works, controlled scientific studies have repeatedly shown that taking vitamin B12 does not keep bugs away. This persistent myth, which originated from anecdotal and flawed research on another B vitamin decades ago, continues to be a source of misinformation. This article clarifies why the claim is scientifically unfounded and provides proven, effective alternatives for bug prevention.