A friend has been complaining of fatigue with activity and has been getting sick a lot lately. She has recently cut out all meat and animal products in an effort to decrease her fat intake. Which of the following minerals is your friend most likely to be deficient in that is causing her symptoms?
A. sodium
B. manganese
C. iron
D. iodine
Answer: C
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