Why Is It Important to Maximize Calcium Absorption During Childhood

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Multiple Choice

Why is it important to maximize calcium absorption during childhood?

• A)To enable maximum vitamin D absorption and storage.
• B)To prevent goiters,which arise from calcium deficiency.
• C)To increase the amount of bone and potentially reduce the risk of osteoporosis later in life.
• D)It is not important to maximize calcium absorption during childhood.

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