Background: Most primates, including humans, belonging to the suborder Haplorrhine lack the innate ability to synthesize ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and hence exclusively depend on dietary intake (generally plant-based diets) to prevent deficiency. Modern humans’ trend of consuming ultra-processed foods that lack crucial micronutrients places us at risk for developing micronutrient deficiencies. Currently, there is [...]

Case Presentation: A 47-year-old female with history of gastric bypass complicated by dumping syndrome, opioid use disorder on methadone, alcohol use disorder, migraines, and seizures presented with 3 weeks of painful bilateral lower extremity swelling, and 2 months of poor oral intake with persistent diarrhea. Her exam was also notable for tooth fragility, course hair, [...]