Question

a group of sailor on board a ship suffered from bleeding gums.what deficiency disease could they have suffered from? suggest two type of food which should be included in their diet to prevent such a disease

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Answer:

Scurvy is a disease resulting from a lack of vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Early symptoms of deficiency include weakness, feeling tired and sore arms and legs. Without treatment, decreased red blood cells, gum disease, changes to hair, and bleeding from the skin may occur.

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