incorporated into homemade energy bites. The goal is not to consume enormous quantities but to make nutrient-dense foods part of an overall healthy eating pattern.

Many seeds contain antioxidants and other plant compounds that help protect cells from oxidative stress. Antioxidants are important components of a healthy diet, but consuming a food rich in antioxidants does not mean that it will selectively destroy cancer cells in the body. Laboratory findings about individual compounds should not be interpreted as proof that a homemade recipe can cure cancer.

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Vision is another area where nutrition plays an important supporting role. The eyes require a variety of nutrients for normal function, including vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, lutein, and zeaxanthin. These nutrients can be obtained from foods such as leafy green vegetables, colorful fruits and vegetables, eggs, fish, nuts, seeds, and legumes.

A balanced diet may