Which of the following statements describes one aspect of mineral nutrition of older adults?

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As people age, their stomachs produce less hydrochloric acid, which can impair their ability to absorb certain minerals, such as iron. Therefore, iron absorption is reduced due to low stomach acidity in older adults. The other options are incorrect as zinc intakes may not be adequate for older adults, calcium intakes for females may not be near the RDA, and the Committee on Dietary Reference Intakes has not recently increased calcium allowances for older adults.

Which of the Following Statements Describes One Aspect of Mineral