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Scurvy is a sign of severe malnutrition, specifically a lack of vitamin C. Hair follicles can become clogged with keratin, old...
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Vitamin C: What You Should Know
Want to see if you're getting enough vitamin c? Find out what you should know with this slideshow from WebMD.
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Vitamins and Supplements: Signs You're Low on Vitamin C
Worried you're coming up short on vitamin C? Here are some telltale symptoms to watch out for.
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What Is the Most Effective Vitamin C Serum?
Vitamin C serums are skincare products that contain L-ascorbic acid, ascorbyl-6-palmitate, or magnesium ascorbyl phosphate. Effective vitamin C products contain between an eight and 20 percent concentration of vitamin C. They may also contain tyrosine, zinc, and vitamin E and be in an opaque bottle.
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How Would You Know If a Person Has Scurvy?
What is scurvy, and how do you know if you have it? Learn the signs and treatments of scurvy.
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