Tag: Masking effect

According to the CDC, people who mix alcohol with energy drinks are three times more likely to binge drink, leading to increased health risks. This dangerous combination doesn't actually sober you up, but can make you act drunk by masking the effects of alcohol with a stimulant, creating a false sense of sobriety and alertness.

Since the introduction of mandatory folic acid fortification in many countries, concerns have risen among health experts regarding its interaction with vitamin B12. The critical question is: **Can too much folic acid cause B12 deficiency**, or more accurately, mask the symptoms of one, allowing silent and progressive neurological harm to occur?