Lack of vitamin D can cause rickets in children. Of the following, which is the most important lifestyle activity that promotes normal endogenous vitamin D production?

A. playing outside
B. exercising at a gym
C. eating green vegetables
D. consuming highly unsaturated oils (e.g., olive oil)
E. drinking fruit juices


ANS: A

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