When considering the key-nutrient concept, which of the following statements is false?

A. The theory is based on the eight nutrients central to human nutrition
B. MyPlate can be a useful guide to securing the key nutrients, if one keeps in mind that there is some variation in the proportion of the nutrients within each food group
C. If the key nutrients are adequate in your diet, you will probably receive an ample supply of all nutrients essential to humans
D. Highly processed foods to which some vitamins have been added are acceptable to this concept


Answer: D

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