A nurse is planning a menu for a client who has folic acid deficiency anemia. Which of the following foods should the nurse include as high in folate?

A. ½ cup of asparagus is a rich source of folate (vitamin B9). Folate is essential for red blood cell production and DNA synthesis. Including folate-rich foods such as asparagus, leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, and legumes helps correct folic acid deficiency anemia and supports healthy erythropoiesis. B. Olives are not a significant source of folate. They are mainly composed of healthy fats and provide small amounts of vitamin E but do not help treat folate deficiency anemia. C. Roast beef provides iron and vitamin B12 but is low in folate. It may help in certain types of anemia (like pernicious anemia) but not in folic acid deficiency anemia. D. Part-skim mozzarella cheese is high in protein and calcium but not in folate. Dairy products generally contain minimal folic acid and would not contribute significantly to improving folate levels.