C Vitamin
Scurvy was observed long before the discovery of vitamin C; during long sea voyages, it was common for more than half of the sailors to be lost at the end of the journey. Symptoms of scurvy included inflamed, bleeding gums, various joint and skin problems, fatigue, and a general feeling of malaise. Fortunately for the sailors, a Scottish doctor named James Lind observed that scurvy could be prevented and cured with various citrus fruits, such as oranges or lemons. Due to difficulties arising from shelf life, sauerkraut was also used on longer trips, which - as it turned out at the time - could also prevent the disease.
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