Scurvy

Scurvy, formerly associated primarily with long sea voyages and polar expeditions, is still common in areas where drought has destroyed fruit and vegetable crops. A decline in the habit of breast-feeding infants has also led to an increased susceptibility to scurvy.

1. Daily consumption of vitamin C reduces the duration and severity of cold symptoms and cold sores in those with recurrent outbreaks. It is therefore likely that a deficiency of vitamin C increases the risk of colds and cold sores. Long term supplementation (10 years or more) also reduces the risk of cataracts.

1. Vitamin C deficiency
2. Human deficiency diseases

1. Natural human abortion
2. Common cold
3. Cataract
4. Arteriosclerosis

1. Inappropriate infant feeding strategies
2. Diseases of metabolism
3. Ascariasis

1. Cardiovascular disorders

1. Studying micronutrient deficiencies
2. Correcting vitamin deficiencies in diet

1. Disease
2. Deficiency

1. The Vitamin C Foundation