An example of a food high in phosphorus is
a. rice.
b. carrot.
c. cheese.
d. banana.
C
Foods high in phosphorus include dairy foods (such as cheese). Many processed convenience foods and soft drinks also contain phosphorus as additives. Fruits, vegetables, and rice are not good sources of phosphorus
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