Diabetes is a “silent killer.” About 12 million Canadians unknowingly have prediabetes or diabetes; more than 5.7 million live with diagnosed diabetes (type 1 and type 2). Here’s how a plant&#x2d;based diet helps with diabetes management and prevention.

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