Which food is a good source of vitamin A?
a. Sweet potatoes
b. Apples
c. Bananas
d. Whole grain bread
ANS: A
Vegetables and fruits that are orange (sweet potatoes, cantaloupe, carrots) are concentrated with carotene and are a good source of vitamin A. Apples are a good source of soluble and insoluble fiber. Bananas are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. Whole grain bread is a good source of vitamin E and fiber.
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