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HCHenry

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on: Aug 21, 2018
The requirement for which nutrient is often higher in older people?
 A) Protein
  B) Vitamin C
  C) Vitamin D
  D) Calcium
  E) All of the above

Question 2

Why are elderly people prone to develop a vitamin D deficiency?
 A) Low intake of milk and milk products
  B) Older skin does not produce vitamin D as efficiently as younger skin
  C) Low intake of fruits and vegetables
  D) Low intake of meat
  E) a, b


Li Jun

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

E

Answer to Question 2

E


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