Which of the Following Is a Feature of Vitamin D

question 98

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a feature of vitamin D nutrition in the elderly?

• A)Most elderly receive near-RDA amounts of the vitamin.
• B)Aging reduces the kidneys' ability to convert vitamin D to its active form.
• C)The RDA for vitamin D in the elderly is lower due to less excretion by the kidneys.
• D)Most elderly rely primarily on self-synthesis of the vitamin due to their greater time spent outdoors.
• E)Elderly individuals need at least 40 micrograms per day.

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