Which of the following practices would help a total vegetarian increase his or her iron intake from plant foods?
A)Drinking more milk and avoiding in-between-meal snacks
B)Adding cheese to salads and sandwiches
C)Cooking vegetables in a cast iron skillet with tomatoes or lemon juice
D)Taking zinc,calcium,and selenium supplements daily

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Cooking vegetables in a cast iron skillet with tomatoes or lemon juice can increase the iron absorption from plant foods. The acidity of tomatoes or lemon juice helps break down the plant iron, making it more available for absorption. Milk, cheese, and supplements do not contain significant amounts of iron, so they would not help increase iron intake from plant foods.

Which of the Following Practices Would Help a Total Vegetarian