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An individual who consumes no animal-based foods of any kind, no fortified foods, and no supplements is at increased risk for

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Answer: at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency.

An individual who consumes no animal-based foods , a strict vegan, is at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency because this vitamin is only found in animal products. The person doesn't need to consume animal products if it takes supplementation or intake of fortified food.


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