Randi is considering adopting a vegetarian diet. She has two friends who are vegetarians: Serdar, who has followed a vegan diet for 10 years, and Rafael, who follows a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet. Randi knows she has a lot to learn before becoming a vegetarian. She has decided to have Serdar and Rafael over for dinner to talk more about their diets and gather tips. For dinner, she makes a vegetarian stir-fry that consists of fresh vegetables, tofu, and spices; a noodle casserole with egg noodles, chicken broth, and cheese; and a strawberry shortcake with homemade ice cream for dessert. She is excited to share the meal with her friends while she learns more about their dietary lifestyles.
Serdar recommends that if Randi decides to become a vegan, then she should make sure her diet includes adequate vitamin B ₁₂ . Which food would be a good source of vitamin B ₁₂ ?

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Nutritional yeast is a good source of vitamin B12, which is important for those following a vegan diet, as B12 is typically found in animal products.

Randi Is Considering Adopting a Vegetarian Diet