Hundreds of Years Ago, Explorers Often Died of Scurvy

question 125

Multiple Choice

Hundreds of years ago, explorers often died of scurvy. How can this bone-related disease be prevented?

• A) Supplement the diet with more calcium from meat.
• B) Increase levels of testosterone to stimulate bone repair.
• C) Supplement the diet with fresh fruit rich in vitamin C.
• D) Drink more water to promote bone remodeling and repair.
• E) Amputate fractured limbs to prevent the spread of scurvy.

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