Bertha has been drinking to excess for many years. She is malnourished. This is because
A) alcoholism causes people to lose their appetites.
B) alcohol has few calories.
C) alcoholism impairs her ability to choose healthy foods.
D) alcohol impairs the body's ability to utilize nutrients.

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Alcohol impairs the body's ability to utilize nutrients, leading to malnutrition despite calorie intake.

Bertha Has Been Drinking to Excess for Many Years