James Lind
James Lind was a pioneering Scottish physician in the 18th century, recognized for his groundbreaking work on scurvy and nutrition among sailors. His discovery that citrus fruits helped prevent scurvy led to the inclusion of lime in sailors' rations, further influencing the historical evolution of the gin and tonic drink, showcasing Edinburgh's rich medical legacy.
Born on Oct 04, 1716 (308 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecuador | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 11,961 | $108,000 | 73$ |
| Vietnam | 1 | 9.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 97,338,583 | 154,751 | $340,000 | 541$ |
| Totals | 2 | 114,981,643 | 166,712 | $448,000 | 614$ |
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Vietnam:
James Lind was a Scottish naval surgeon who conducted one of the first controlled clinical trials, demonstrating that citrus fruits could effectively treat scurvy.
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Ecuador:
He conducted the first documented clinical trial in 1747.
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Italy:
James Lind is credited with discovering the cure for scurvy using lemon juice.
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Spain:
James Lind attempted to test a treatment for scurvy aboard the Salisbury.
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New Zealand:
Later, another Edinburgh doctor, James Lind, discovered that citrus – particularly limes - helped sailors recover from scurvy.
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