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Question
Aradhana visits a physician as she is suffering from rickets and joint pain. Which fat-soluble vitamin should the physician prescribe to her?
Solution
Vitamin D is essential for the growth and maintenance of strong, healthy bones. Vitamin D deficiency impairs the body's capacity to regulate mineral levels, leading to an increased risk of developing rickets. Aradhana's doctor will prescribe fat-soluble vitamin D to her.
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