Which of the following first complementary foods best addresses iron needs for a 6-month-old infant?

• A. Raw spinach blended with water because leafy greens always have the highest iron bioavailability
• B. Diluted apple juice and mashed banana because fruit increases vitamin C which alone supplies adequate iron
• C. Whole milk given in a bottle to boost calcium and iron simultaneously
• D. Iron-fortified infant cereal mixed with breast milk or pureed meat offered once daily

Answer: (D)