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Option 3 : Vitamin C
Option 3 is correct, i.e. Vitamin C.
- Scurvy is a disease resulting from a lack of vitamin C.
- The Source of vitamin C is ascorbic acid.
- Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin and antioxidant.
- It helps in the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of the body and maintain cartilage, bones, and teeth and also aid in the absorption of iron.
- Good sources of vitamin C include green leafy vegetables, broccoli, sweet potato, tomato, squash, etc.
- Early symptoms include weakness, feeling tired, curly hair, and sore arms and legs. Without treatment, decreased red blood cells, gum disease, and bleeding from the skin may occur.
Extra information:
|
Deficiency |
Chemical Name |
Disease |
Symptoms |
|
Vitamin A |
Retinol |
Nyctalopia (night blindness) |
Poor vision at night. |
|
Vitamin B -1 |
Thiamine |
Beri Beri |
Loss of appetite, weakness, pain in the limbs, shortness of breath and swollen feet or legs. |
|
Vitamin C |
Ascorbic Acid |
Scurvy |
Weakness, fatigue, and sore arms and legs. |
|
Vitamin D |
Cholecalciferol (D3) Ergocalciferol (D2) |
Rickets |
Delayed growth, bow legs, weakness, and pain in the spine, pelvis, and legs. |
| Vitamin K | phylloquinone | hemorrhagic disease | This can cause excessive bleeding and bruising and, in severe cases, can lead to fatal bleeding into the brain. |
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