First, why “zinc” can make children smarter?

Let's start with a little science (don't worry, it's not boring). Zinc is like a courier in the brain, responsible for delivering neurotransmitters to various “stations” on time. Zinc-deficient children tend to be inattentive and have a memory like a goldfish, which lasts only 7 seconds, while adequate zinc can make children think faster and learn more efficiently.

My neighbor's little boy XuanXuan, last semester or class “tail”, his mother listened to the nutritionist advice to adjust the diet, this semester actually rushed into the top ten. One of the secret weapons is to eat more high zinc food! The following 4 kinds of home-cooked high zinc dishes, hurry to remember in the small book.

Second, 4 kinds of high zinc dishes that make children eat more and more intelligent

1. Oysters: the “ceiling” of the zinc world.

Every 100 grams of oysters contain up to 71.2 mg of zinc, this data can make other ingredients cry in the toilet. I remember the first time I made oyster omelette for my daughter, she pinched her nose and said: “Mom, what kind of rock is this?” Now it's always yelling, “I want omelettes that swim on the weekends!”

Recommended Eating:

Oyster and tofu soup (smooth as pudding)

Steamed oysters with garlic (original and sweet)

Oyster omelette (my family's heirloom charred version)

Tips: buy home oysters first raised in salt water to spit out sand, before cooking with starch gently scrub, deodorization effect of first-class.



2. Beef: the most popular “zinc supplement”

If oysters are aristocrats, beef is a diligent civilian hero. Beef tenderloin contains 4.3 milligrams of zinc per 100 grams, and the key is that it is highly acceptable to children. My kid can finish half a plate of black pepper beef tenderloin in one gulp, no need to chase and feed.

Creative Approach:

Baked Rice with Beef and Tomatoes (Brushed Cheese Temptation)

Beef Tenderloin with Peppers (colors of the rainbow)

Beef and Vegetable Wraps (pretend to eat “hand-rolled ice cream”)

Kitchen tip: cut beef against the grain and marinate it in pineapple juice for 20 minutes to make it so tender it slides down your throat.



3. Walnuts: the “brain gold” of snacking.

Did not expect it? Every 100 grams of walnuts contain 2.9 mg of zinc, but also comes with the benefits of omega-3. Previously always walnuts as “middle-aged exclusive”, now my family every week to do a walnut cake, baked in the house incense.

Fancy Eating:

Amber Walnuts (sugar-coated happiness)

Walnut spinach salad (refreshing cp)

Walnut Soymilk (perfect for breakfast)



Cold knowledge: walnuts that layer of brown coat, although slightly bitter, but the nutritional value of super high, do not bother to peel off.

4. pumpkin seeds: the underestimated “nutritional bomb”

Watching TV when the joy of melon seeds, can actually make up for the zinc. 100 grams of pumpkin seeds containing 7.5 mg of zinc, known as the snack sector of the invisible school bully. Now my family often prepared pumpkin seeds whole wheat bread, the child can eat three slices when he comes back from school.

Delicious variation:

Pumpkin Seed Shortbread (full of crunch)

Pumpkin seed vegetable salad (sprinkle a handful of immediately advanced)

Pumpkin Seed Spread (great on bread)

Tips for choosing: choose the shelled ones for freshness, and seal and refrigerate them for longer storage.