Which of the following statements describes the mineral nutrition of older adults?
a. Zinc intake is adequate for about 95% of this group.
b. Iron absorption is reduced due to low stomach acidity.
c. Calcium intakes of females are near the RDA for this group.
d. Vitamin D is more readily absorbed by the thinner skin of this group.
e. Folate excesses are fairly common.
Answer: B
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