The body does not absorb as many nutrients from supplements as you would think. Furthermore, many
supplements are mislabeled because they are not
regulated by the FDA. One can better ensure the proper
absorption of, say, vitamin C, by eating oranges than by
taking pills. One can get more protein and iron from eating
eggs than from consuming powders. The examples go on.
Which sentence best describes the message of the passage?
A. The FDA does not regulate supplements like it does foods.
B. Energy bars can supply nutrients, but most are full of sugar.
C. Foods are a
etter source of nutrients than supplements.
D. The body does not absorb many nutrients from supplements.