1. Kidney malfunction
  2. Rheumatism
  3. Respiratory disease
  4. Scurvy
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Option 4 : Scurvy

  • A deficiency of vitamin C can cause a disease known as scurvy.
  • Ascorbic Acid is commonly known as Vitamin C.
  • Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for the body as it is involved in tissue repair and enzyme related functions.
  • Bruising, bleeding gums, weakness, fatigue and rash are common symptoms of scurvy.
  • The vitamin can be obtained from consuming citrus fruits.
Name Function Sources Chemical Name
B12 Useful for nerve and blood cells, production of DNA Chicken, Fish, Curd, and Cheese Cyanocobalamin
A Helpful in vison and cell growth Carrot, Oranges and Apricots Retinol
K Blood clotting and protein production Spinach, Cabbage and Cerals Phylloquinone
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