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The presence of hydrogen cyanide in Celsius energy drinks is a misunderstanding based on the inclusion of cyanocobalamin, a form of vitamin B12, in the drink. Here's a breakdown:

- Cyanocobalamin: This is the form of vitamin B12 found in many dietary supplements and some energy drinks, including Celsius. It does contain a cyanide molecule, but this does not equate to the presence of hydrogen cyanide, a highly toxic substance.

- Safety of Cyanocobalamin: When cyanocobalamin is ingested, it's converted into active forms of vitamin B12 in the body, releasing a negligible amount of cyanide. This amount is significantly below any toxic level, with studies and health experts confirming that the cyanide from cyanocobalamin does not pose a health risk due to its minute quantity and the way it's bound in the molecule.

- Misinformation: There have been claims, notably by individuals like Gary Brecka on social media, suggesting that energy drinks like Celsius contain harmful levels of cyanide. However, these claims have been debunked by experts and fact-checking organizations. The cyanide in cyanocobalamin is not equivalent to free hydrogen cyanide in terms of toxicity or effect.

- Regulatory and Scientific Perspective: Regulatory bodies and toxicology experts have stated that the levels of cyanide from vitamin B12 in energy drinks are far below what would be considered harmful. For instance, to exceed safe cyanide intake levels from drinking energy drinks, one would need to consume an impossibly high number of servings in a short period, far beyond normal or recommended consumption.

- Public Sentiment and Misconceptions: Some posts on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) reflect confusion or misinformation about the ingredients in Celsius, often citing the presence of cyanocobalamin as evidence of dangerous levels of cyanide. However, these posts do not align with scientific understanding or regulatory assessments.

In conclusion, while Celsius energy drinks do contain cyanocobalamin, which includes a cyanide molecule, this does not translate to the presence of harmful hydrogen cyanide. The amount of cyanide from this source is negligible and considered safe by health standards. The confusion arises from a lack of understanding of the chemical composition and the safety of cyanocobalamin when used in dietary supplements or energy drinks.

I could tell the husband this and he would still drink them.

I'm no expert...

But my science knowledge tells me there is likely a world of difference between Cyanide and cyanide a something

Just like how h20 and h2o2 are very different drinks

They keep telling me cyanide cures cancer. Now I don't know what to do.