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A Balanced Diet in Antarctica Quick Facts  QUICK FACTS - A Balanced Diet in Antarctica People working in Antarctica need to consume as many as 5,000 calories per day to protect themselves from the cold. Scientists have spent a great deal of time formulating the right diet for working in Antarctica as Food = Energy = Body Warmth. Lack of Food = Possible death! The first explorers and sailors often suffered from scurvy, a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C. The first signs of scurvy include arms and legs getting stiff and painful and teeth getting loose and falling out. Early explorers to Antarctica relied heavily upon Pemmican, a mixture of dried beef and beef fat. Because the very low temperatures in Antarctica can make dental fillings shrink and fall out, dental problems are quite common there. Uses of food to the body in Antarctica Energy Giving:- Provide body warmth. Help keep the body active. Body Building:- Important to keep the body growing. Building up muscles. Protection:- Essential for good health. Protection against Scurvy, Rickets, Soft Teeth. More Information >> A Balanced Diet in Antarctica Contents >> Quick Facts<< Introduction Early Exploration Early Antarctic Rations Modern Antarctic Rations Good Health in Antarctica Links