Question

Before a cancer client receiving total parenteral nutrition resumes a normal diet, the nurse teaches him about dietary sources of minerals. which foods are good sources of zinc

Answer 1

Zink is very important in order the cell to function normal. The function of this essential trace element are: helps with hormone production, growth and repair; improves immunity and facilitates digestion, anti-inflammation,...
Good sources of zink are whole grains and meat, but also dark chocolate, garlic, sesame seeds, watermelon seeds, pumpkin seeds. Females over 19 years need 8 milligrams/day and males over 14 years need 11 milligrams/day.