What Is Scurvy?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
2. Scurvy
Scurvy is a condition that is also known as severe vitamin C deficiency. It is a condition that is not common now but it used to be a real problem for a lot of people in the past. Access to a healthy, balanced diet is the main reason why scurvy is not nearly as common as it used to be.
Scurvy was a particular problem for sailors in the days of discovery. Spending long periods of time at sea and without modern food preservation methods, scurvy was a real problem. Many ships overcame the problem by stocking up with limes with which to supplement the sailors’ diet.
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