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The Eat This Podcast with Dr. Alan Desmond
by Dr Alan Desmond
Whether you're curious about healthy eating, the science behind nutrition and gut health, or how to live a happier and more fulfilling life, the Eat This Podcast with Dr Alan Desmond will inspire you with evidence-based insights and real-life stories. In each episode, gut health specialist and bestselling author Dr. Alan Desmond interviews doctors, dieticians, researchers and public figures, sharing expert advice on how to eat and live for optimal health and happiness. Tune in for positive conversations about the food we eat and the lives we lead.
Episodes
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What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food: Exclusive Audiobook Preview - Heart Health
“The most powerful tool we have to transform our health isn’t a high-tech prescription or the latest online wellness trend. It’s the food on our plate.” That’s the message at the heart of my brand-new book, What Your Doctor Isn’t Telling You About Food, available now in audiobook and hardback. In...
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Why BOSH! Are Focusing on Health and Longevity - Bonus Episode Live at Vegan Camp Out.
In this live festival bonus episode, I sit down with Henry Firth and Ian Theasby, the duo behind BOSH!, one of the most influential forces in the plant-based movement. For nearly a decade, the BOSH! boys have inspired millions with indulgent plant-based comfort food, bestselling cookbooks, and...
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Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis: Ten “Food Rules” for People Living with IBD
"Every patient with IBD asks about food — they deserve evidence-based answers". In this final episode of Season One, I’m diving into the conditions that first sparked my passion for gut health more than 20 years ago — Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, collectively known as inflammatory…
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Secrets of the World’s Longest-Lived and Happiest People — with Blue Zones Expert Dan Buettner
'Longevity isn’t just extra years — it’s extra good years. The longer you live in a Blue Zone, the fewer unhealthy years you endure' Today's conversation is with explorer, author, and National Geographic Fellow Dan Buettner, the man who brought us the concept of the Blue Zones — those remarkable...
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The Diet and Lifestyle Habits that Prevent Dementia - with Doctors Dean & Ayesha Sherzai.
'Dementia is not inevitable. We can live a cognitively vibrant life by focusing on our lifestyle- especially food'. Today’s guests are Dr Dean Sherzai and Dr Ayesha Sherzai — an inspiring husband-and-wife team — neurologists, researchers, and authors who have dedicated their careers to preventing...
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From Popstar Fame to Plant Power - A Journey of Resilience, Sobriety & Self-Discovery with Suzanne Shaw
‘Our very first gig as a pop band was the Brit Awards — the entire music industry booed us. It was terrifying. I was 19 years old.’ In this powerful and deeply honest episode, I’m joined by actor, singer, and mental health advocate Suzanne Shaw. Suzanne first rose to fame in 2001 as a member of...
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The Strategies You Need to Move Beyond IBS and Food Intolerances - with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz
"Our healthcare system has failed to give people with food intolerances the help they deserve." Today, I’m joined by my friend and colleague Dr. Will Bulsiewicz—better known as Dr. B, The Gut Health MD, board-certified Gastroenterologist, bestselling author of Fiber Fueled and The Fiber Fueled...
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'Where Do You Get Your Protein?' Sophie Waplington On Strength, Confidence & Plant-Based Performance
“You’ve Never Eaten Meat? How Are You Still Alive?” Sophie Waplington has been fielding that question her whole life - today, she joins me to set the record straight. I sat down with Sophie - creator of Soph's Plant Kitchen, personal trainer, accomplished athlete, and high protein recipe creator…
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The Healthy Foods that Beat Acid Reflux & Diverticular Disease
Thanks to the standard Western diet and our busy modern lifestyles, gut health issues like acid reflux and diverticular disease have become so common that we almost accept them as normal. In this live episode recorded in Washington D.C. with Chuck Carroll of The Exam Room Podcast, I break down...
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Smashing Your Fitness Goals as a Plant-Based Athlete
“You get more out of your workout when you’re fueled by plants. That’s the whole point.” Today, I’m joined by two leading voices in plant-based fitness—Robert Cheeke, former champion bodybuilder, and Matt Frazier, ultrarunner and founder of No Meat Athlete - to explain why a plant-based diet may…
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Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and Wear Cows - the Psychology of Food Choices - Dr. Melanie Joy
“Guilt and shame are the enemies of sustainable change. Compassion and understanding are the keys.” Dr. Melanie Joy is a Harvard-educated psychologist, author, and one of the world’s foremost experts on the psychology of food choices. Dr. Joy’s groundbreaking book, Why We Love Dogs, Eat Pigs, and...
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The Sprouting Revolution: Learning to Nourish Yourself & Your Community – with Harold Craston
“If an absolute amateur can grow organic veg at home and begin to feed a community — so can you.” From sprouting seeds on a shelf to launching a transparent, mission-driven supplement brand, Harold Craston shares his journey with Shhine - built on sustainability, simplicity, and local organic...
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Why You Can’t Have Human Health Without Animal Welfare — Zoologist Turned NHS Dietitian Rosie Martin
Zoologist turned NHS Dietitian Rosie Martin changed careers - to save more lives. Today, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian Rosie Martin, who shares her powerful journey from zoologist to NHS dietitian and plant-based advocate. Tune in for some incredible insights on - Advocating for positive...
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Live Q&A with Dr. Neal Barnard: Saturated Fat, Precision Nutrition, and Why Humans Are Built for a Plant-Based Diet
Dr. Neal Barnard returns for Part Two—this time joining me to take questions from the audience at our recent sold-out Live Podcast. Listen in as we weigh in on: How plant-based eating is entering mainstream medical practice Why precision nutrition isn’t ready for primetime The truth about…
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Yogurt: Gut Health Superfood or Just Clever Marketing?
Yogurt is a multi-billion dollar industry - and is heavily advertised as a gut microbiome-boosting super food. But what does the scientific literature actually tell us about yogurt and gut health? The History of Yogurt: How yogurt became a Western staple, moving from niche food to health product....
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How One Sustainability Activist Can Change Millions of Lives - with Klaus Mitchell
“Momentum breeds momentum. Don’t ever feel like you’re not making a difference—because I promise, you are.” Today, we're sitting down with sustainability advocate Klaus Mitchell, the powerhouse behind Plant Based News. If you’ve watched a viral video about veganism, sustainability, or plant-based...
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Everyday Foods to Achieve and Maintain a Healthy Body Weight - with Dr. Neal Barnard
‘There are certain foods, when you bring them into your life, things begin to change dramatically’ Dr. Neal Barnard shares remarkable insights from his groundbreaking research on nutrition, weight management, and chronic disease prevention. We discuss the everyday foods that can help you achieve...
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Why I Ask My Patients To Eat More Plants!
One of the most common questions I’m asked is: “Why do you recommend a plant-based diet?” The answer is simple: I want the best possible outcomes for my patients. As a doctor, I believe we have a duty to use every evidence-based tool available—and healthy dietary change is one of the most…
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Essential Diet and Lifestyle Practices for a Healthier Menopause - with Dr Nitu Bajekal
Today, I’m in conversation with renowned OBGYN and women’s health expert Dr. Nitu Bajekal as we tackle perimenopause, menopause, and how nutrition and lifestyle can empower women through this crucial phase of life. With over 40 years of experience in female health, Dr. Bajekal shares practical,...
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Do Vegans Eat Too Much Junk Food? - with The Happy Pear
This bite-sized episode tackles a question that comes up time and time again: Do vegans eat too many highly processed foods? This discussion was sparked by a live Q&A with The Happy Pear, where we explored what the evidence really says about diet quality in vegans. We break down the differences...
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Why Quitting Alcohol Could Be Your Best Life Hack - with Andy Ramage.
Andy Ramage wants to change your relationship with alcohol, and spark lasting positive changes in your life. This episode is about so much more than stepping away from middle-lane drinking - it’s about creating a limitless life filled with energy, purpose, and positivity. Andy’s energy…
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Coffee and Gut Health: Good or Bad?
Once regarded as a bad habit - coffee is now widely recognized as a healthy beverage. But what about coffee and gut health? In today's bite-sized episode we delve into: ✅ How coffee affects gut health ✅ The surprising benefits of coffee beyond the caffeine hit ✅ Who may need to limit or avoid...
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Hungry for Change: How Our Food System Is Killing the Planet - with George Monbiot.
Our food system is broken - but we can fix it. Today on the podcast, I’m honored to share a conversation with one of the world's most prominent environmentalists - George Monbiot. George has a powerful understanding of our modern food system, and is a passionate advocate for radical change in how...
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Overcoming Violence with Forgiveness: The Inspiring Story of John Woods
In today’s Bite-Sized episode, I’m sharing a powerful conversation with John Woods, founder of Linwoods Health Foods and sponsor of this podcast. John exemplifies many of the attributes we recently explored with Dr. Gemma Newman, showing how resilience, healthy habits, and compassion can lead to...
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Six Daily Practices For A Healthier Life - with Dr Gemma Newman
On today’s episode, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Gemma Newman for a special live recording to celebrate her bestselling book, “Get Well, Stay Well: The Six Healing Habits You Need to Know.” Together, we explore her six essential health prescriptions and uncover how these simple, actionable...
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Are Meat and Junk Foods "Pro-Inflammatory"? - with Registered Dietitian Rosie Martin.
Today, I’m joined by my friend and colleague, Registered Dietitian Rosie Martin. Rosie is a leading expert in plant-based nutrition and a passionate advocate for harnessing the power of diet to improve health and well-being. In this episode, we dive into a crucial question raised during a live…
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Your gut microbiome wants you to eat more plants! - with Professor Tim Spector
Over the past decade, gut health has become a hot topic—and much of the credit goes to one man: Professor Tim Spector. From avoiding ultra-processed foods to aiming for 30 different plants per week, many of the concepts we now embrace stem from his work. In this episode, we dive into: Why every...
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Should You Have a Vegan Poop Transplant for Better Health?
Could a gut microbiome transplant put you on track for better health? Faecal Microbial Transplantation, or FMT, is a fascinating and rapidly evolving area of research. There are even private clinics offering it as a cure for various chronic health issues. How much of this is backed by research?...
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How To Be Truly Happy - with Stephen and David Flynn of The Happy Pear.
Today, we’re spending time with two of the happiest, most inspiring people I’ve ever met—Stephen and David Flynn, better known as The Happy Pear. With a global social media community of over 2 million followers, Stephen and David are not only champions of plant-based living but also ambassadors…
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In the Blue Zones no one is trying to live for a long time - key insights from longevity guru Dan Buettner.
In this bite-sized episode, I’m thrilled to feature Dan Buettner, the visionary behind the discovery of the Blue Zones—five unique regions where people consistently enjoy longer, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. Dan shares a surprising perspective: the people in Blue Zones aren’t actively...
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The Real Science Behind Gut Health And Food Intolerances - What Everybody With Gut Problems Needs To Know.
If you’re one of the millions struggling with gut health issues, you already know how deeply it can impact your quality of life. In this episode, we’re tackling the most pressing questions and concerns about gut health, including: The real impact of gut health problems on everyday life. How to…
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Introducing: The Eat This Podcast with Dr Alan Desmond
Join gut health specialist and bestselling author Dr. Alan Desmond for positive conversations about the food we eat and the lives we lead. In each episode, Dr. Alan interviews leading doctors, dietitians, influencers, and health experts, providing practical tips to help you become the healthiest...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Whether you're curious about healthy eating, the science behind nutrition and gut health, or how to live a happier and more fulfilling life, the Eat This Podcast with Dr Alan Desmond will inspire you with evidence-based insights and real-life stories.
In each episode, gut health specialist and bestselling author Dr. Alan Desmond interviews doctors, dieticians, researchers and public figures, sharing expert advice on how to eat and live for optimal health and happiness.
Tune in for positive conversations about the food we eat and the lives we lead.
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