Which of the following statements about calcium is false?
A. The calcium in dairy products is well absorbed by the body.
B. After bones are formed early in life, the body has no need for calcium.
C. Adolescents should consume adequate dairy products to build strong bones.
D. A person's calcium intake early in life can affect his or her bone density later.
Answer: B
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