scorbutic
adjective
scor·bu·tic
skȯr-ˈbyü-tik 
: of, relating to, producing, or affected with scurvy
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They have been used to treat burns, make skin tone prettier, and many other options due to their anti-scorbutic properties.
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The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022
The Salt Lake Tribune, 25 May 2022
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scorbutic
adjective
scor·bu·tic
skȯr-ˈbyüt-ik
: of, relating to, producing, or affected with scurvy
a scorbutic diet
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