The client prefers to take vitamin C supplements to meet that requirement. What does the patient need to understand about this strategy?
a. Vitamin C must be taken daily because it is not stored in the body.
b. Fat must be included in the diet to facilitate vitamin C absorption.
c. Exposure to the sun is necessary for the vitamin to be synthesized.
d. Supplements are superior to vitamin C derived from foods.
a
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