10 essential foods that help to grow you hair: Part 3-Zinc

As we explore key things to add to our diet to promote hair growth, it important to understand that eating healthy should be a lifestyle change that will promote growth in not just your hair but your health. Today I want to talk about Zinc.  

Zinc accelerates the renewal of the skin cells. Zinc creams are used for babies to soothe diaper rash and to heal cuts and wounds. Zinc has also proven effective in treating acne, a problem that affects especially adolescents, and zinc has been reported to have a positive effect on psoriasis and neurodermitis.

Oysters are rich in zinc, a lack of which can lead to hair loss (even in your eyelashes), as well as a dry, flaky scalp. Three ounces has a whopping 493% of your daily value. You can get some zinc through fortified cereals and whole grain breads, but oysters can boast a good level of protein too. "Remember, hair is about 97% protein,". Without enough protein, your body can't replace the hairs that you naturally shed every day and what you do make can be dry, brittle, or weak.

I am not an oyster fan but zinc can be found in Scallops, Spinach and Sesame Seeds.

Here is a link about zinc:

Zink

 Here is a great recipe that is high in Zinc:

Seared Sea Scallops Over Wilted Spinach

Sea scallops are quick and easy to cook, but like shrimp, you must be careful not to overcook them. Frozen sea scallops work well here (I used Trader Joe's Jumbo Sea Scallops). Defrost them overnight in the refrigerator, then very gently squeeze and pat them dry before cooking.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 13 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 pound sea scallops, patted dry
• Pinch salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1/3 cup minced shallots
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 10 ounce bag baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Preparation:

Heat oil on medium-high heat in large heavy skillet. Add scallops and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes per side.
Remove scallops and keep warm.
Add shallots and stir; add wine to deglaze the pan, scraping bits from the bottom, then add spinach. Cook for 2 minutes, until wilted. Add lemon juice.
Divide spinach among four plates and top with warm scallops.
Serves Four