What are the health benefits of a vegan diet?

I would like to find a place where I can learn from others about preparing vegan meals. There are no vegan (or even vegetarian) restaurants where I live.

I haven’t been able to find others who are trying to eat healthier, vegan (or even vegetarian) meals in my area.

I have been trying to read about various vegan and vegetarian recipes at the library, but I really need to learn from others one-on-one, if possible.

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