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Makovka662 [10]
3 years ago
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John is a 52-year-old factory worker. He has been admitted to the hospital and presents with muscle weakness and inflammation of

his mouth. He is a bit confused and states that he isn't drinking now although he has a history of alcohol abuse. He has lost quite a bit of weight in the last six months, and his dietary intake has been poor. He was laid off a year ago but he is back to work part-time. Further testing has been ordered to determine the cause for concern and confirm the diagnosis. What food(s) would provide the most significant source of the vitamin missing in his diet
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Margaret [11]3 years ago
6 0

The best vitamin to recommend in the scenario given above is VITAMIN B3, WHICH IS ALSO KNOWN AS RIBOFLAVIN. John is suffering from ariboflavinosis, which is a deficiency disease that is due to inadequate intake of riboflavin and the disease is characterized by sores on the mouth.



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