Which of the following vitamins can be stored by the body? (Select all that apply.)
a. Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)
b. Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
c. Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
d. Folic acid
e. Vitamin D
A, C, E
The fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) are stored in massive amounts in the body. Of the wa-ter-soluble vitamins, B12 can be stored; all others must be replenished with frequent ingestion.
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