Myths
There are numerous popular myths surrounding the ABO blood groups. These beliefs have existed since the ABO blood groups were identified and can be found in different cultures throughout the world. For example, during the 1930s, connecting blood groups to personality types became popular in Japan and other areas of the world.
Additional myths include the idea that group A causes severe hangovers, group O is associated with perfect teeth, and those with blood group A2 have the highest IQs. Scientific evidence in support of these concepts is nonexistent.
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