Beginning with Dracula in 1897 up until the current Twilight series, vampires have been romanticized for years and years. In the past, the most enticing element about the Edward Cullen obsession has been the biting of the neck. That is, however, until social media took a recent study done by scientists and blew it out of proportion.
Yes, you read that correctly. Many articles have been published lately encouraging readers to drink or inject human blood in order to recapture a sliver of youth and protection against age-related diseases. A scientific study has continuously been cited as the resource for this information.
National Post
But scientists are pleading with copycat vampires to NOT drink human blood. In fact, the mentioned experiment had nothing to do with that past-time at all.
Researchers are constantly looking for ways to help humans live longer and stronger. In a recent study, blood plasma proteins from human umbilical cords were injected into mice. Initial results showed that the mice experienced less of a cognitive decline.
The Scientist
Clearly, the test trials completed are extremely different than pouring a thick glass of blood-wine. Some bloggers and journalists refuse to recognize that the two are nowhere close to being similar.
Human blood is full of contaminants. Pathogens can be easily spread through infected blood, which can lead to very scary medical consequences. For those who cannot shake the idea of being a true-life vampire, there are other options that can help you get into character.
The Loop
Animal blood certified from your local butcher is a safe alternative. It can be mixed into sausage as well as other delicacies, and it’s a lot more palatable. If you find that you have an insatiable craving for blood, speak with your doctor. This could be a sign that your body may be lacking a certain nutrient. And remember: we are all mortals, whether we accept it or not.