This article aims to help the reader in the rapid identification of natural remedies useful in the treatment of various symptoms, disorders and pathologies. For some of the listed remedies, this utility may not have been confirmed by sufficient experimental tests conducted with a scientific method. Furthermore, any natural remedy presents potential risks and contraindications.
If available, we therefore recommend that you click on the link corresponding to the individual remedy to learn more about the topic. In any case, we remind you of the importance of avoiding self-treatment and to consult your doctor beforehand to ascertain the absence of contraindications and drug interactions.
An antiscorbutic substance is defined as any substance capable of preventing scurvy, a disease caused by an insufficient intake of ascorbic acid or vitamin C. Scurvy is characterized by multiple symptoms such as digestive problems, bleeding, anemia and hyperpigmentation of the skin. The only remedy to prevent or regress scurvy disease is the regular intake of foods containing vitamin C.
Antiscorbutic medicinal plants and supplements with antiscorbutic properties
Fruit (especially citrus fruits) and fresh vegetables. Rosehip.
