The Surprising Link Between Omeprazole and Scurvy; A Growing UK Health Concern
Health experts in the UK are raising alarms over a potential connection between omeprazole, a widely prescribed acid reflux medication, and an increase in scurvy cases. Scurvy, historically a disease of the past, has seen a 25% rise due to factors such as economic challenges and poor dietary habits. Omeprazole, part of a class of drugs known as proton pump inhibitors, reduces the body's ability to absorb vitamin C, crucial in preventing scurvy. The NHS is urging vigilance on dietary habits, especially considering the high usage of PPIs in the UK population.