Which of the Following Is NOT True About Zinc Deficiency

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true about zinc deficiency?

• A) Approximately 20% of the world's population is zinc deficient.
• B) Seniors may experience increased risk for zinc deficiency because of a reduction in intrinsic factor.
• C) Chronic alcohol abusers are at increased risk of zinc deficiency.
• D) High phytate intakes in vegetarians may decrease risk of zinc deficiency.
• E) Risk of zinc deficiency affects less about 12% of people in the United States.

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