Question

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a group of friends begin following a vegan diet. which friend best ensures that all their nutritional needs are being met?
a. maria focuses on eating plenty of colorful fruits for all her vitamins.
b. ahmed takes b₁₂ supplements and drinks fortified plant milk daily.
c. priya relies exclusively on seeds and nuts for all her nutrient needs.
d. dennis prioritizes protein and healthy fats consumption over minerals.

Explanation:

• Option A: Fruits alone can't meet all vitamin needs (e.g., B₁₂ is lacking in fruits, and some vitamins need other food groups).
• Option B: Vegans are at risk of B₁₂ deficiency (as B₁₂ is mainly from animal sources). Taking B₁₂ supplements and drinking fortified plant milk (which can provide other nutrients like calcium, vitamin D) helps meet nutritional needs.
• Option C: Relying only on seeds and nuts is insufficient; they don't provide all nutrients (e.g., lack of some vitamins, insufficient variety for balanced nutrition).
• Option D: Prioritizing protein and fats over minerals leads to mineral deficiencies, which is unhealthy.

Answer:

B. Ahmed takes $\text{B}_{12}$ supplements and drinks fortified plant milk daily.