1min snip

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford cover image

South Pole Race: When the Limeys Get Scurvy

Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

NOTE

The Power of Oranges and Lemons

Different treatments such as sulphuric acid, vinegar, sea water, herbal extracts, and fruit like oranges and lemons were administered to individuals suffering from scurvy. While most treatments were ineffective, the group given two oranges and a lemon each day for six days experienced a miraculous recovery. This highlights the significant impact of citrus fruits in preventing and treating scurvy, demonstrating the pioneering work of Lynde in conducting clinical trials for this purpose.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode