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The effects of stress on the heart

21 August 2017

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Updated May 22, 2018 In animals, detecting a threat (smell of smoke, sight of a predator, sound of a gunshot) by the sensory organs (nose, eyes, ears) triggers a maximum alert in the brain that will initiate a series of extremely complex processes called the “fight-or-flight response.” By activating the adrenal glands, the brain controls […]

Saturated fats, coconut oil and cardiovascular disease

25 July 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Even though it is of plant origin, coconut oil is a source of saturated fat and should only be used occasionally to avoid an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Intermittent fasting: A new approach to weight loss?

12 July 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Instead of uniformly decreasing the amount of calories consumed each day, which seems almost impossible to do for most people, intermittent fasting involves alternating periods of normal food intake with periods of fasting more or less extended.

Moderate physical activity is sufficient to improve health

7 June 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Not only are there many benefits of physical activity, the amount of exercise required to take advantage of these benefits is much lower than one might think.

The effects of coffee on cardiovascular disease

14 May 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Coffee is a beverage that has several positive effects, not only for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, but also for general health.

Social isolation: An important risk factor for premature death

3 May 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Social isolation and loneliness increase the risk of dying prematurely, an impact comparable to that of well-established risk factors such as obesity, sedentary lifestyle and even smoking.

Type 2 diabetes can be cured

20 April 2017

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Pr. Normand Mousseau, Ph.D.

A significant loss of weight can normalize blood sugar levels and completely eliminate diabetes without medication or medical intervention.

Dark chocolate is good for the heart!

10 March 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

The consumption of dark chocolate is associated with a reduction of the risk of cardiovascular disease, with a maximum effect around 45 g per week.

Electronic cigarettes are actually less harmful than tobacco

9 February 2017

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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

An article recently published in the Annals of Internal Medicine confirms that users of nicotine substitutes such as electronic cigarettes are much less exposed to toxic and carcinogenic chemicals than regular smokers. By comparing saliva and urine samples from regular “vapers” and smokers, Dr. Robert West’s team showed that those of vapers contained much smaller amounts […]