A nurse is providing prenatal teaching about iron to a client who follows a vegetarian diet. The nurse should recommend that the client consume which of the following foods to enhance the absorption Of nonheme iron?

A. Orange slices: Vitamin C-rich foods like oranges significantly enhance the absorption of nonheme iron found in plant-based diets. This makes them an ideal recommendation for vegetarians needing increased iron intake. B. Cheddar cheese: Dairy products contain calcium, which can actually inhibit iron absorption, making this an unhelpful choice for enhancing iron uptake. C. Boiled eggs: While eggs contain some iron, they do not enhance the absorption of nonheme iron and may contain components that slightly interfere with its absorption. D. Mixed nuts: Although they provide some nonheme iron, they do not improve its absorption. They lack vitamin C and are not effective enhancers on their own.