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'Dr Alan Desmond's work is rooted in solid science. A fantastic guide on how to eat for a longer and healthier life.' - Dan Buettner, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of The Blue Zones
'Shows just how powerful real, everyday food can be for our long-term health and how we feel.' - Ella Mills, Founder of Deliciously Ella
In this empowering book leading NHS Consultant Gastroenterologist Dr Alan Desmond reveals the missing piece of the health puzzle: how the modern food environment is quietly reshaping our biology - and how you can reclaim control.
Drawing on decades of clinical experience, global research and real-life patient stories, Dr Desmond cuts through the noise with clarity and authority to explain:
* How diet has become the number one driver of early death and disability
* Why gut health influences everything from digestion and immunity to mood, metabolism and healthy ageing
* The hidden impact of ultra-processed foods and the simple swaps that make the biggest difference
* Why 'healthy eating' is easier, cheaper and more realistic than you've been led to believe
* The powerful daily habits that can transform your long-term health - without fads, guilt or perfectionism
This is not another diet book. It's a clear, compassionate roadmap for living better - backed by science, grounded in common sense, and designed for real life. Whether you want more energy, better digestion, a healthier body weight, or a longer, more vibrant life, What Your Doctor Isn't Telling You About Food gives you the tools to take charge of your health starting today.
Simple. Evidence-based. Life-changing.
- Publisher Name:Hodder & Stoughton
- ISBN: 9781399742597
- Author:Desmond, Alan
- Publication Date:2026-06-18
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