The lack of Vitamin C often will cause the disease scurvy, especially for sailors at sea. 19th century British sailors were given limes to prevent scurvy. While lemons have more Vitamin C, limes were easier to get.
Fun Fact: Limes On Ships
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And that’s why British sailors used to be called “limeys.”
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