Why Is a Low-Fat Diet Likely to Decrease Vitamin a and Carotenoid

question 119

Multiple Choice

Why is a low-fat diet likely to decrease vitamin A and carotenoid absorption?

• A)The enzymes needed for digestion are in short supply.
• B)The hormones needed for digestion are not available.
• C)The body is unable to synthesize protein carriers.
• D)Absorption requires dietary lipid and bile.

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