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14. Why is vitamin D a nutrient of particular concern in older adults?A. Permeability of the intestine to dietary vitamin D increases as the intestine ages, which increases risk for toxicity. B. Vitamin D synthesis in the skin slows.C. The kidneys accelerate the conversion of vitamin D to its active form, which increases the risk for toxicity.D. None of these responses are accurate.
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