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What is scurvy and how can it be prevented?
it is the lack of vitamins. It can be prevented by eating more fruits
Scurvy can be prevented by which vitamin?
dragons blood
Can blisters be prevented?
Friction blisters can be prevented by wearing adequate protection on the area prone to blistering.
How many people die from scurvy every year?
There are very few reported deaths from scurvy each year, as the condition is rare in developed countries with access to fresh produce. Scurvy is easily prevented and treated with a diet rich in vitamin C.
Why were sailors in the past susceptible to scurvey?
Lack of fresh food, ie vegetables and fruit, which contained Vitamin C and would have prevented scurvy.
Is scurvy caused by bacteria?
No. Scurvy is caused by vitamin C (ascorbic acid) deficiency. The sailors used to get it at sea when they didn't have adequate vitamin C in their diets. The English caught onto this and their sailors brought limes which they sucked on. This solved the problem of scurvy and earned the sailors (and other people), of the then world-dominating, imperialistic country, the name "limeys".
Which disease did sailors get if they didn't have enough fresh fruit and vegetables?
scurvy
What part of a diet is missing if a person has scurvy?
Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, which is essential for the synthesis of collagen and the maintenance of healthy connective tissues. A diet lacking in fruits and vegetables, particularly citrus fruits, bell peppers, and leafy greens, can lead to this deficiency. Symptoms of scurvy include fatigue, swollen gums, joint pain, and easy bruising. To prevent or treat scurvy, it is crucial to include adequate sources of vitamin C in the diet.
What nutrient is missing on scurvy?
Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. This vitamin is essential for the synthesis of collagen, which is important for the health of skin, blood vessels, and connective tissues. Symptoms of scurvy include fatigue, weakness, swollen gums, and joint pain. Ensuring adequate intake of vitamin C through fruits and vegetables can prevent this condition.
What disease is associated with vitamin c deficiency?
scurvy
What allowed for longer sea voyages during European exploration?
The discovery that fresh fruit (particularly limes) prevented scurvy was important in improving the health of sailors on long distance voyages.
When was vitamin c discovered?
Vitamin C was discovered by a Scottish naval surgeon James Lind discovered that a nutrient (now known to be vitamin C) in citrus foods prevented scurvy in 1747.
