Articles | Observatoire de la prévention de l'Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal

High protein intake could increase the risk of cardiovascular events

30 May 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

The development of atherosclerosis is greatly accelerated when protein intake is higher than recommended.

Harmful effects of plastics on cardiovascular health

12 April 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

According to an Italian study, the presence of plastic particles in carotid artery plaques in patients was associated with a higher risk of death or major cardiovascular events, compared to patients whose plaques did not contain plastic.

Slowing down aging, a new concept for the prevention of all chronic diseases

5 April 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Age is an important risk factor for all chronic diseases, implying that finding ways to slow down aging could simultaneously delay the onset of all these diseases and significantly improve healthy life expectancy.

Extreme heat and wildfire smoke, a harmful combination for health

18 March 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Hospitalizations for cardiac and respiratory conditions increased particularly when heatwaves and smog episodes caused by wildfires occurred at the same time.

Association between physical activity and premature mortality: Differences between women and men?

28 February 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Women enjoy greater health benefits from physical activity than men at equivalent or lower doses, according to a study of 412,413 American adults.

Prevention of myocardial infarction through moderate alcohol consumption: The benefits of red wine

12 January 2024

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A very large number of studies have clearly shown that moderate alcohol intake is associated with a significant reduction in coronary heart disease and premature mortality. Regular consumption of small quantities of red wine seems particularly beneficial, in particular because of a lower risk of several cancers observed in wine drinkers.

Beneficial cardiometabolic effects of the vegan diet vs. an omnivorous diet

14 December 2023

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

In a randomized, controlled clinical study in identical twins, the vegan diet improved cardiometabolic health compared to an omnivorous diet.

Cardiovascular benefits associated with body weight loss

5 December 2023

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

The results of clinical studies on new anti-obesity drugs confirm that significant body weight loss is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.