BD is a 15 yo female who is seen by her physician for her yearly check up. The physician determines that BD has microcytic anemia. Her diet recall is as follows: B- bagel with cream cheese 6 oz milk L- turkey sandwich on whole-wheat bread lettuce mayonnaise potato chips 8 oz iced tea D- 1 cup of pasta ½ cup tomato sauce 2 pieces garlic bread 8 oz iced tea S- apple Which of the following foods
could be added to BD's diet in order to enhance iron absorption?
a. high-fiber cereal
b. orange juice
c. apple juice
d. banana
b
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