Which of the Following Individuals Should Consume a Vitamin and Mineral

question 175

Multiple Choice

Which of the following individuals should consume a vitamin and mineral supplement?

• A) Samantha, a vegetarian who consumes eggs and dairy.
• B) Fred, a 40-year-old male who consumes a 2000 kcalorie diet with a variety of foods.
• C) John, an elderly gentleman who lacks the intrinsic factor.
• D) Gina, a lactose intolerant mother who consumes soy milk which is fortified with vitamins A and D and calcium.

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Definitions:

Isotopic Compositions

The relative abundances of isotopes of a particular element within a sample, which can provide insights into the age, origin, and history of rocks, ice cores, and other natural materials.

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Glaciation

The process, condition, or result of being covered by glaciers or ice sheets, affecting landscapes through erosion and deposition.

Cold Currents

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