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Scurvy is caused due to a lack of vitamin C. This was a problem for navies and ships which were out of touch with land for many months, and therefore had no access to fresh fruit or vegetables, a major source of vitamin C. The Royal Navy introduces limes to the diet of British sailors as a food supplement.
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How did VASCO die?
he died of scurvy sailing back to his home land
Is scurvy a problem on ships to day and why?
The problem of scurvy was cured by the British navy issuing a lime juice ration to crews during the time of sailing ships. Nowadays, the reason for a healthy diet on board ships is fully understood.
What type of disease is scurry?
I think it should be scurvy? In which case, scurvy is a lack of vitamin C. It was not uncommon for sailors to suffer from scurvy on long voyages in sailing ships. The crews diet was mainly ships' biscuit, salted pork, or salted beef, and liberal amounts of grog (rum and water half and half).
What vitamin was missing in the sailor's diet?
Vitamin C! They Got Scurvy If They had A Lack Of Vitamin C. That is why the British sailor's were called limeys, because they would eat lots of limes to prevent scurvy.
Why did the sailors believe the voyage was a fearsome one?
Because of all the dangers of sailing: scurvy, 'sea monsters' , storms, getting lost at sea and the early people- sailing off the face of the earth. These were all dangers they thought they would face on these voyages.
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
Who was Abel Tasman sailing for?
He was sailing for the Arabs searching for the New World according to my Arabic history book I was getting taught in grad school.
What has the author Charles A Armour written?
Charles A. Armour has written: 'Sailing ships of the Maritimes' -- subject(s): History, Sailing ships, Shipbuilding, Shipping
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 countries does scurvy occur most in?
anyone can get scurvy. scurvy is a condition where your body is lacking vitamin C
