He concluded that the husk of rice must have special
nutrients, which we know today as vitamins.
Even before this discovery, fruits and vegetables were
known to prevent and cure many diseases. Even though
what we now know as “vitamins” were unknown, many
of their benefits were well recognized.
Even today English sailors are known as “Limeys”
because, when limes were added to their diets, they no
longer suffered from scurvy.
While vitamins prevent and cure some specific diseases,
they also are necessary for virtually every function within
our bodies.
Because of heavy advertising, we associate Vitamin C
with preventing/fighting colds. In truth, Vitamin C does
not prevent or fight a cold. It bolsters and strengthens
our immune system which attacks the cold germs.
Vitamin C performs many other important functions within
the body. A major function is synthesis of hydroxyproline,
an important component of collagen and, thereby, all
connective tissues.
Vitamin C is essential for growth of cartilage, bone and
teeth, and for wound healing. It contributes to the
structure of bones, muscles, and blood vessels.
Vitamin C helps support the immune system, aids amino
acid metabolism and iron absorption.
Another vitamin – B6 – does not have a reputation as
grand as Vitamin C yet it is as essential to good health.
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