A patient has been diagnosed with hypochromic anemia, you suspect it may be due to a deficiency of _______ and recommend _______ as a good food source.

a. vitamin B12; beef and legumes
b. folate; green leafy vegetables and legumes
c. vitamin B6; pork and legumes
d. vitamin A; carrots and milk


Answer: c. vitamin B6; pork and legumes

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