Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. However, a diet rich in plant-based foods can help prevent a variety of illnesses including heart disease and stroke. Watch as Jeanne Kincaid, Dietitian and Diabetes Educator at McLaren Northern Michigan shows how to prepare a few quick and easy heart healthy meals.
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