2. Pumpkin Seeds
Both the seeds and its oil have been subjected to research (published in Nutrition and Cancer) and it was concluded that it was capable of reducing the possibility of certain types of breast cancer, especially for women who are past menopause. In addition, pumpkin or squash seeds are known to help keep the prostate healthy and it can promote mental health. It is also known to contain 6.6 mg of zinc or equivalent to 44% DV in one cup of serving.
3. Grass-Fed Beef
The nutrients you can get from the grass-fed kind of beef are countless. It even has healthy conjugated linoleic acid and omega-3 fatty acids. The first substance is a polyunsaturated fatty acid, which has been well studied in terms of its health benefits. It can help in fighting cancer, reducing the possibility of developing heart disease, lowering blood sugar, preventing weight gain and building lean muscle. Grass-fed beef contains 4.5 mg of zinc (about 30% DV) per 100 g serving.
