Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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To list: At least three reasons why an older adult might have low vitamin
Introduction: Vitamin B12 also known as cobalamin is an essential vitamin for development and function of nerve cells and the nervous system. It also helps in the production of red blood cells. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause neurological diseases and anemia in older adults.
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