The school nurse is planning a class about nutrition for pregnant teens. The nurse knows that several of the pregnant teenage patients have been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia
Which should the nurse encourage the teens to consume more of in order to increase iron absorption?
1. Gatorade
2. Orange juice
3. Milk
4. Green tea
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Gatorade does not contain vitamin C.
Rationale 2: Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits and juices and is known to enhance the absorption of iron from meat and non-meat sources.
Rationale 3: Milk does not contain vitamin C.
Rationale 4: Green tea does not contain vitamin C.
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