Adding a small amount of ________ to cooked vegetables can enhance the intestinal tract's ability to absorb the fat-soluble vitamins they contain.

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Adding a small amount of fat like olive oil to cooked vegetables can enhance the intestinal tract's ability to absorb the fat-soluble vitamins (vitamin A, D, E, and K) they contain. Water and sugar do not contain any fat and would not have the same effect, and while red wine does contain some fat, it is not typically used in this way and may not be as effective as olive oil.

Adding a Small Amount of ________ to Cooked Vegetables Can