Red Madness: How a Medical Mystery Changed What We Eat

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The narrative explores the devastating impact of the pellagra epidemic in the American South a century ago, detailing the suffering it caused, including weakness, disfigurement, and insanity among its victims. It highlights the concerted efforts of doctors, public health officials, and scientists who worked tirelessly to combat this horrific disease, ultimately leading to its defeat. The book is enriched with photographs that illustrate this historical struggle against one of humanity's most tragic afflictions.