What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food - Alan Desmond

Most people people say their doctor has never talked with them about food, yet what we eat is the one thing that we have control over which can seriously impact our health for the better. This book is here to bust some deep rooted myths about plant-based eating.* Is plant protein as good as animal protein? * What foods should you eat to live longer? * Are Sugar Spikes the enemy? * What are the 10 rules for eating better than 90% of your friends?Drawing on over 20 years of experience as a doctor and gastroenterologist, Dr Alan Desmond shows the powerful connection between what you eat and how you feel - both today and for the rest of your life.Addressing common misconceptions you'll learn which protein-rich foods are the foundation of a truly healthy diet, how ultra-processed foods might be sabotaging your health, and why dietary fibre is the unsung hero of gut health and overall well-being.This book is about more than just avoiding disease. It's about optimizing your diet for better digestion, more energy, a sharper mind, for a longer, healthier and happier life. You don't have to be perfect to make this work- but you do need to be better informed and ready to make smarter choices every time you eat.Packed with insights from researchers, dietitians, athletes, and top experts in human nutrition, What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food offers straightforward, practical advice you can actually use. Whether you're looking to fight disease, improve your health, or simply make better food choices, this book is your guide to taking control of your health - starting today.