The Plant Power Doctor: A simple prescription for a healthier you (Includes delicious recipes to transform your health)

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The down-to-earth British GPs guide to the radical healing power of a plant-based diet. 'Dr Gemma is one of the few brave voices in the medical community who is experienced, courageous and confident enough to talk openly about food and its significance in preventing disease to save lives.' Dr Rupy Aujla 'Packed full of leading science in a very accessible way and lots of beautiful recipes too.' The Happy Pear 'The Plant Power Doctor should be on bookshelves of everyone who wants to live a longer, better life.' Dan Buettner 'One of a new wave of GPs who prescribe lifestyle changes as well as drugs.' The Telegraph You can eat your way to a brighter future Just imagine if what you put on your plate could radically improve your health right now AND make you healthier in the future too... British family doctor Gemma Newman explores how a simple change in diet helps many common chronic illnesses - from diabetes and heart disease to obesity - and the science that explains why it works. Enjoy over 60 delicious meal ideas to kick-start your plant-powered eating, along with simple shopping lists and meal plans. This book contains everything you need to futureproof your body and mind. Are you ready to discover the power of plants? Let's dive in...

Dr Gemma Newman has over 17 years clinical experience as a family doctor. She is a member of The British Society of Lifestyle Medicine and is on the board of Plant Based Health Professionals UK. She appears at national and global wellbeing events, including Plant-powered Expo at London Olympia, Live Well London, Veg Fest, and is the founder of the Come Alive Health Summit. Above all, she is passionate about the healing of mind, body, and planet. Find Gemma on Instagram and Facebook @plantpowerdoctor

Dr Gemma Newman is a sparkling light in the medical field. She speaks from a point of knowledge and wisdom as well as making it easy to digest. The Plant Power Doctor is packed full of leading science in a very accessible way and lots of beautiful recipes too. -- David Flynn and Stephen Flynn The Happy Pear Dr Gemma is delightful and whip-smart. May you be equal parts entertained and enlightened by her welcoming presence. -- Rich Roll Dr Gemma is one of the few brave voices in the medical community who is experienced, courageous and confident enough to talk openly about food and its significance in preventing disease to save lives. What you choose to put on your plate is one of the most important health interventions and more plants is certainly the message we all need to hear. This book is a fantastic resource for people looking to improve their wellbeing and I'm personally inspired by Gemma's resilience and effort. -- Dr Rupy Aujla (Bestselling author and founder of The Doctor's Kitchen) A must read for everyone. Food really can be medicine and Gemma shows you how. -- Dr Shireen Kassam (Consultant Haematologist, Founder of Plant Based Health Professionals UK) Plant Power Doctor lays the foundation for a lifetime of good health and happiness - for both your mind and body. -- Rohini Bajekal (Nutritionist and Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional) An accessible resource, and one that is overflowing with practical, life-saving information. -- Brenda Davis (Research Dietitian) Dr Newman is one of the few doctors who truly understands how to keep people healthy - instead of just treating them when they're sick. Her terrific Plant Power Doctor should be on the bookshelves of everyone who wants to live a longer, better life. -- Dan Buettner (New York Times Bestselling author of The Blue Zones) Knowledge is power and so are plant-based foods! Thanks for making it so easy to understand. -- Derek Sarno (Wicked Kitchen co-founder and author) One of a new wave of GPs who prescribe lifestyle changes as well as drugs. * The Telegraph *