Which nutrient's recommended dietary allowance (RDA) is higher ...

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Which nutrient's recommended dietary allowance (RDA) is higher during lactation than during pregnancy?
 
  a. Energy (kcal) c. Vitamin A
  b. Iron d. Folic acid

Question 2

Which meal would provide the most absorbable iron?
 
  a. Toasted cheese sandwich, celery sticks, tomato slices, and a grape drink
  b. Oatmeal, whole wheat toast, jelly, and low-fat milk
  c. Black bean soup, wheat crackers, orange sections, and prunes
  d. Red beans and rice, cornbread, mixed greens, and decaffeinated tea

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
Needs for energy, protein, calcium, iodine, zinc, the B vitamins, and vitamin C remain greater than nonpregnant needs.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Food sources that are rich in iron include liver, meats, whole grain or enriched breads and cereals, deep green leafy vegetables, legumes, and dried fruits. In addition, the vitamin C in orange sections aids absorption. Dairy products and tea are not sources of iron.