According to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey,which one of the following groups is at greatest risk of vitamin D deficiency?
A)Mexican Americans
B)Non-Hispanic Blacks
C)Non-Hispanic Whites
D)None of the choices are correct.

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Non-Hispanic Blacks have been found to have the highest rates of vitamin D deficiency compared to Mexican Americans and Non-Hispanic Whites, according to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Factors such as increased melanin in the skin, which reduces the skin's ability to produce vitamin D, and lower intake of vitamin D fortified foods may contribute to this disparity.

According to Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination