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7 Zinc Rich Foods You Should Include In Your Diet

6 years ago | Dieting Right
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Zinc is a trace mineral. But it is found in cells throughout the body. The body’s immune system requires zinc to function optimally. Zinc helps in the production of about 100 types of enzymes in our body. It acts as an antioxidant and neutralizes the effects of free radicals, preventing cancer. It also stimulates the production of blood in the body. Zinc promotes the synthesis of collagen, which is a necessary element in wound healing.
Here are 7 best Zinc rich foods you should include in your diet.

Spinach
A cup of cooked spinach provides 1.4 mg of zinc, contributing 9% DV of this mineral.

Mushrooms
A cup serving of cooked white mushrooms provides 1.4 mg or 9% DV of zinc.

Pumpkin Seeds
A 100 gram serving contains about 10.3 mg of zinc, contributing 69% DV of this mineral.

Peanuts
100 grams serving contains 3.27 mg which is 21% DV of zinc.

Chickpeas
100 grams serving contains 2.7 mg which is 16% DV of zinc.

Garlic
100 grams serving contains 1.16 mg which is 11% DV of zinc.

Pomegranate
One fresh pomegranate providing 1 mg of zinc.







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