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| of semen and to testosterone metabolism; therefore, researchers believe higher intake of zinc may be effective against male infertility as well as enlargement of the prostate gland, which can lead to prostate cancer. Zinc supplements may also help reduce the duration of the common cold, though evidence is not conclusive. |
| RDA: 15 milligrams. |
| Where to find it: meat, poultry, oysters and other shellfish, eggs, hard cheeses, whole-wheat bread, legumes, garlic, ginger, wheatgerm, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds. |
| F.Y.I. |
| Americans' average daily fiber intake is about half that recommended by the American Heart Association and other major organizations. |
| Two Other Essentials Fiber and Water |
| Fiber and water are overlooked components of the nutritional nexus. Not enough people concern themselves with getting sufficient quantities of either, or both, or even know what constitutes a sufficient quantity. But shortchanging fiber and water in your diet is like forgetting to change the oil in your carit'll screw up the whole works. |
| Fiber Matters |
| Fiber contains no calories or nutrients, and it passes through your body in undigested form. So what's the point of eating it? Well, for one thing, fiber is an excellent aid to digestion (as long as you consume it in moderationmore on that later). And it also helps prevent constipation. In fact, many people think about fiber only in this |
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