Q3. 'Bleeding gums' is a feature of deficiency of which of the following vitamins?(a) Vitamin A(b) Vitamin B12(c) Vitamin C(d) Vitamin D

Vitamin C deficiency:- This vitamin aids in the growth and repair of tissue. It strengthens your…

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Nutrition Through The Life Cycle

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Q3. 'Bleeding gums' is a feature of deficiency of which of the following vitamins? (a) Vitamin A (b) Vitamin B12 (c) Vitamin C (d) Vitamin D