Acquiring sufficient vitamin B-12 from the diet may be a problem for vegans because
A. it is only found in animal products.
B. they lack the R-protein in the stomach.
C. protein deficiency limits synthesis of intrinsic factor.
D. phytic acid in vegetable proteins may inhibit its absorption.
Answer: A
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