How Does Scurvy Work?

Canning foods preserves them, but the texture and nutritive value can suffer -- and what about the potential dangers of BPA and botulism? Learn what's true and what's myth when it comes to canned food in this classic episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://recipes.h ... Show More

These marine invertebrates can solve puzzles, use tools, and camouflage themselves by changing their very skin -- yet they live only three to five years, and die after mating. Learn more about octopuses in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on these articles: https://animals.ho ... Show More

Iron processing is a benchmark of civilization for good reason -- this metal makes a lot of technology possible. Learn about the history and science of refining iron and steel in today's episode of BrainStuff, based on this article: https://science.howstuffworks.com/iron.htmSee o ... Show More

Scurvy is a deficiency in vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, and its story goes way back in history – all the way to our evolutionary ancestors living more than 60 million years ago.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener fo ... Show More

This 2020 episode covers scurvy, a deficiency in vitamin C. Its story goes way back in history – all the way to our evolutionary ancestors living more than 60 million years ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

<p><strong>#189</strong></p> <p>In this episode, Melissa and Jam delve into the crucial role of Vitamin C in the body, focusing on its importance for collagen production. They discuss how collagen, a key structural protein found in tendons, cartilage, bones, teeth, skin, and bloo ... Show More

<p><strong>#191</strong></p> <p>In this episode of 'Chemistry for Your Life,' hosts Melissa and Jam delve into captivating and practical fun facts about vitamin C. They discuss the recommended daily intake, its role in preventing scurvy, the surprising regulations on food labels, ... Show More

Polar exploration is dangerous... but trudging hundreds of miles in subzero temperatures isn't made any easier if you're suffering from scurvy. The deadly vitamin deficiency destroys the body and will of even the strongest and most determined adventurer - and it seems that scurvy ... Show More

Vitamin C has a benefit that may surprise you. This episode features audio from Do Vitamin C Supplements Help with Anxiety?, What Is the Optimal Vitamin C Intake?, and The Role of Vitamin C in the Treatment of Terminal Cancer. Visit the video pages for all sources and doctor’s no ... Show More

Learn what Hepatitis C is, who is at risk of contracting it, and how it is treated. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/1hHvQy6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. 

In this episode we discuss a thousand year old Anglo-Saxon cure for MRSA. We also talk about some accidental discoveries and celebrities that have scientific training. Questions or comments? E-mail us at stereotopicalchem@gmail.com Check out our twitter @StereotopicChem Intro/Out ... Show More

Every day, approximately 30,000 people die globally of sepsis. The condition comes about when your immune system overreacts to an infection, leading potentially to organ failure and death. There is no cure. But then in 2017, a doctor proposed a novel treatment for sepsis, a mixtu ... Show More

What is vitamin C and why do we need it? Which foods have the most vitamin C? Should we pop pills when we think we're getting a cold, or are we just producing expensive urine? And can vit C really cure cancer, or is it all hype?What is vitamin C and why do we need it? Which foods ... Show More