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Scurvy Past and Present

Scurvy Past and Present

Paperback

Medical Reference

ISBN10: 1023426390
ISBN13: 9781023426398
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

Explore the historical battle against scurvy in Alfred Fabian Hess's Scurvy Past and Present. This meticulously prepared print edition delves into the science and medical history surrounding this debilitating disease caused by vitamin C deficiency and poor diet.

A crucial work in understanding the impact of scurvy on public health, this book provides a comprehensive examination of its causes, effects, and eventual prevention. Hess's exploration of scurvy's past offers invaluable insights into the evolution of nutritional science and the critical role of diet in maintaining health.

From its devastating impact on sailors and populations with limited access to fresh foods, to the groundbreaking discoveries that led to its control, Scurvy Past and Present offers a compelling narrative of medical progress and the enduring fight against disease. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in medical history, nutrition, and the ongoing quest to understand and combat the effects of dietary deficiencies.

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