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Scurvy in the Age of Billionaires

jacobin.com Scurvy in the Age of Billionaires

Once banished to history books, scurvy is making a comeback in wealthy countries thanks to soaring economic inequality. While the rich swim in spirulina kombucha and kale smoothies, the poor are skipping out on oranges and broccoli.

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  • I was just thinking about this the other day, wondering if there was an increase in scurvy from people not eating enough fruit and vegetables. Brutally sad. It doesn't have to be this way, it's a choice.

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