Peaches Are a Food Source of Vitamins a and C

question 9

Multiple Choice

Peaches are a food source of vitamins A and C. Why would a raw peach be considered a more nutrient-dense snack than a serving of peaches canned in light syrup?

• A) The canned peaches are more processed than the raw peach.
• B) The raw peach is brighter in color than the canned peaches.
• C) The raw peach contains more vitamins per calorie than the canned peaches.
• D) The canned peaches contain more vitamins per calorie than the raw peach.

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