The first step in ensuring an adequate intake of vitamins is
A. ingesting a wide variety of fortified foods.
B. using a multivitamin and mineral supplement.
C. taking individual nutrient supplements.
D. following a dietary pattern that matches MyPlate's Daily Food Plan.
Answer: D
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