The first we hear of, namely the world-circling voyage of Ferdind
Magellan, had no problem with scurvy (vit. C deficiency) because he was
wise enough to take many barrels of raw sauerkraut.
All other food was preserved. Later mariners were foolish.
Those who ate raw didn't need anti-oxidants.
William
***** How do you make raw sauerkraut?
Love,
Bren
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