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Barbara Spalding's Story: Maintain a Healthy Weight with the New American Plate
Since her breast cancer diagnosis in 2004, registered dietitian Barbara Spalding has learned a lot about navigating the side effects of cancer treatment while eating a nutritious diet.
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