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How do we get more young
people to increase their consumption of iron-rich foods Many nutritionists are
advocating the fortification of a number of foods. This may help, but I contend
that we should also intensify our efforts in nutrition education among our young
people. I simply do not buy the argument that it is futile to try to change
eating habits. Once an intelligent person—and this includes
adolescents—understands the need for a healthy diet, I think he or she will act
accordingly. As for specific actions, I suggest that blood hemoglobin should be
checked as a routine part of a youngster’s yearly physical checkup. It should
contain at least 11 grams per 100 milliliters of blood for a girl and at least
12 grams for a boy. If it is any lower, the physician probably will prescribe an
easily absorbed iron supplement.
Adolescents—and everyone
else—should cut out highly processed foods and drinks, which may
A. Bread made with good vegetable oil.
B. Bread made with wheat.
C. Bread made with enriched flour or whole grains.
D. Bread containing less calories.