Dr. Alan Desmond
Bio
Dr Alan Desmond is a Consultant Gastroenterologist and a vocal advocate for the health benefits of a whole food, plant-based diet.
Certified in both Gastroenterology and General Internal Medicine, Dr Desmond completed his specialist training in Ireland and Oxford. A member of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, he has published several influential research papers in the field of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and has spoken at numerous international conferences on the far-reaching benefits of a healthier approach to the food we put on our plates.
His first book, The Plant Based Revolution, co-written with Bob Andrews, was published to much acclaim in 2021. About the book: As rates of chronic disease continue to rise, ‘What should we eat?’ has become one of the most important questions of the 21st century. Dr Alan Desmond cuts through the diet confusion to explain how we can all unlock the power of a healthy gut and optimise our overall well-being by simply putting more plants on our plate.
Alongside clear explanations of the science and 80 beautifully illustrated and completely plant-based recipes, you’ll find ‘the 28-day revolution’, the essential step-by-step guide to discovering the true power of a plant-based diet for yourself.
