Consuming foods that contain zinc are recommended for people with wounds and injuries. Such foods include meat products (oysters and other sea foods, beef, chicken, etc), dairy products, whole wheat, and wheat germ, various nuts, beans, lentils, and various nuts. Vitamin C: Vitamin C is essential for several bodily functions. It is also useful for the healing of wounds and the formation of scar tissue. Therefore, people with wounds should eat ample amounts of amla, guava, lemon, orange, cranberry, strawberry, pineapple, kiwi fruit, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, spinach, cabbage, and other food items that contain vitamin C.