Is vitamin C overhyped? Separating fact from fiction for your health
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Historically, severe vitamin C deficiency, known as scurvy, plagued sailors and others with limited access to fresh produce for centuries until its dietary cause was identified. This historical context is vital when addressing the modern-day question: 'Is vitamin C overhyped?'. While undoubtedly essential, the vitamin’s reputation has been inflated by many exaggerated claims over time.
