Zinc, Zn Rich Foods

Tip 1 : Is your fresh fruit salad turning brown? Mix in acidic fruits like oranges or pineapple (or lemon juice) to keep fruit looking fresh.

Tip 2 : While shopping, load up on packages of frozen vegetables. They cook in minutes with little preparation.

Tip 3 : Whole grains can be a good source of dietary fiber--choose grains with more fiber for additional health benefits.

Tip 4 : Make your own watermelon ice-it's a nice refreshment on a hot day. Check online for recipes.

Tip 5 : For a plant-based protein meal, try bean burgers, lentil burgers, or pita halves with falafel (spicy ground chick pea patties).

Tip 6 : Try vegetables like asparagus, zucchini, squash, and artichokes to use in different dishes.

Tip 7 : Five 100% whole-wheat crackers count as 1 oz of whole grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of whole grains you need each day.

Tip 8 : Try a new fruit. Fruits vary in vitamins and minerals--mix it up to get the essential nutrients.

Tip 9 : 1 cup of ready-to-eat cereal (such as flakes) counts as 1 oz of grains. Use My Plan to see how many ounces of grains you need each day.

Tip 10 : Shopping tip: find specials and coupons in your local paper or online for discounts on whole-grain products.