Which One of the Following Is a Characteristic of Vitamin

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is a characteristic of vitamin B₁₂ nutrition in older people?

• A) The RDA for vitamin B₁₂ is different for younger adults.
• B) Older adults are advised to obtain most of their vitamin B₁₂ from fortified foods and supplements.
• C) Up to 45 percent of those over 50 years of age are at risk of vitamin B₁₂ deficiency due to atrophic gastritis.
• D) The DRI Committee recommends that older people increase their meat intake to provide adequate vitamin B₁₂.

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