Older Adults May Require a Supplemental Source of Vitamin B-12

question 67

Multiple Choice

Older adults may require a supplemental source of vitamin B-12 because

• A) low intake of vitamin C impairs vitamin B-12 absorption.
• B) decreased production of intrinsic factor decreases vitamin B-12 absorption.
• C) increased hydrochloric acid production decreases vitamin B-12 absorption.
• D) high fiber intake binds vitamin B-12.

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