All of the following statements provide reasons why fat-soluble vitamin deficiencies occur except:

a. the rising reliance on fast food
b. the increase of fat in our diet
c. use of sunscreen while outdoors
d. intake of medications that limit fat absorption


Ans: b. the increase of fat in our diet

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