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Scurvy is a disease which is almost always attributable to an extreme lack of vitamin C in the diet. It is easily preventable by eating citrus fruit or drinking the juice of citrus fruit; for example, Oranges, lemons and limes.
The association between scurvy and some nutritional lack became apparent even before scientists had come up with the concept of "vitamins", but the British Royal Navy noted the connection and began supplying Royal Navy ships with a supply of fruit. British sailors got the nickname "limeys" - even though the majority of the fruit supplied were lemons.
While it is at least possible that there might be a genetic link to an inability to process vitamin C in the diet to prevent the disease, I'm not aware that this has been much of a factor. So if scurvy were to "run in the family", it would almost certainly have a cultural connection; the parents never ate citrus, so the children didn't either.
What else can I help you with?
How is scurvy treated?
through vitamin c helping to stop scurvy
Which disease did sailors get if they didn't have enough fresh fruit and vegetables?
scurvy
What disease is associated with vitamin c deficiency?
scurvy
Whatif any obstacles did Vasco da Gama have to overcome on the voyage?
He encountered storms and sicknesses, such as scurvy
Does vitamin c cause scurvy?
Scurvy is a condition caused by lack of Vitamin C; it is not a disease.
What disease may be caused by a vitamin c deficiency?
A disease known as scurvy is caused by a vitamin c deficiency
What kind of vitamin is a Scurvy?
Scurvy is NOT a kind of vitamin. Scurvy is a disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C.
What countries does scurvy occur most in?
anyone can get scurvy. scurvy is a condition where your body is lacking vitamin C
Can vinegar treat scurvy?
Vinegar cannot effectively treat scurvy, which is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C. While vinegar contains some vitamins and minerals, it lacks the significant amounts of vitamin C needed to prevent or cure scurvy. The best way to address scurvy is through the consumption of vitamin C-rich foods, such as citrus fruits, berries, and leafy greens.
When does the scurvy deficiency occur?
Scurvy is a vitamin C deficiency.
How many died of scurvy during the civil war?
About 23 died from scurvy from the union and 8 died from scurvy from the Confederate
Prevention from scurvy fever?
Scurvy is caused by vitamin c deficiency. Consuming vitamin c soon cures scurvy fever.
