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Hi, I’m Diane Smith, a certified plant-based nutrition educator, Food Over Medicine instructor, and founder of PlantBasedCooking.com. For more than 12 years, I’ve helped people transition to a whole-food, plant-based diet with delicious recipes, practical guidance, and support for healthy aging. Click here for more.

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