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Deficiency of vitamin C causes Scurvy. In Scurvy black and blue spots are formed on the skin surface particularly on legs and thighs. A patient of Scurvy looks pale and depressed.
Certain home remedies which are given in treatment of Scurvy are:
- Indian gooseberry is the richest source of vitamin c. it can be taken in raw form or can be powdered and taken with water or milk.
- Lime and lemon are again a good source of Vitamin c.
- Mango powdered dissolved in water can be taken thrice daily.
- Potato juice is also good in Scurvy.
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