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Dog rose (Rosa canina) is primarily used to support or treat scurvy due to its exceptionally high vitamin C content. Scurvy is a disease resulting from vitamin C (ascorbic acid) deficiency, characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, anemia, gum disease, and skin problems. Historically, scurvy was a significant problem among sailors and others with limited access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The fruit of the dog rose, known as rose hips, contains one of the highest concentrations of vitamin C found in plants—often exceeding that of citrus fruits. Scientific studies have confirmed the vitamin C content of rose hips, with values ranging from 200 mg to over 1500 mg per 100 grams of dried fruit. This has made dog rose a valuable source of vitamin C, especially in regions or historical periods where other sources were scarce. The use of rose hips in herbal teas and syrups to prevent or treat scurvy has been documented in European folk medicine since the 18th and 19th centuries, and during World War II, rose hips were collected in the UK as a domestic source of vitamin C when citrus imports were limited. In summary, the use of dog rose to support or treat scurvy is both historically and scientifically justified due to its high vitamin C content, which directly addresses the nutritional deficiency underlying the disease.

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