Question

nevati decides to eat low - fat foods and begins reading nutrition labels before buying food. what ingredient in low - fat foods might make them unhealthy?
iron
fiber
sodium
protein

Explanation:

• Iron is an essential mineral for the body (e.g., in hemoglobin for oxygen transport), so it does not make low - fat foods unhealthy.
• Fiber is beneficial for digestion, promoting regular bowel movements and helping to control blood sugar and cholesterol levels, so it is not an unhealthy ingredient.
• Sodium, when consumed in excess, can lead to high blood pressure, increased risk of heart disease, and other health issues. In low - fat foods, sometimes sodium is added to enhance flavor (since fat is reduced, which can affect taste), and excessive sodium content can make the low - fat food unhealthy.
• Protein is a macronutrient necessary for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes, and other bodily functions, so it is not an unhealthy ingredient in low - fat foods.

Answer:

C. sodium