Tag: Vitamin myth

According to the World Health Organization, there were an estimated 249 million cases of malaria worldwide in 2022, a disease transmitted by mosquitoes. Given the health risks, many seek natural prevention methods, but does taking B12 prevent mosquito bites? The simple answer is no, despite decades of anecdotal claims.

Scientific research recognizes 13 essential vitamins, but "vitamin 0" is not one of them. In reality, the concept is a marketing fabrication used to sell unsubstantiated products, and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission took action against its promoters.