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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

Professeur titulaire, Département de Chirurgie, Université de Montréal. Chercheur au centre de recherche de l'Institut de cardiologie de Montréal.

The dark side of food colourings

3 July 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

A French study reports that high consumption of food colourings, even those of natural origin, is associated with a significantly increased risk of type 2 diabetes.

Low-dose aspirin is not safe for primary prevention in people aged 60 and over.

Not only does aspirin provide no cardiovascular protection, but it also increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and certain cancers.

Novel findings on the harmful impact of PFAS on cardiovascular health and mortality.

2 July 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

A study reports that the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and premature death.

Myocardial infarction: a disease that affects men and women differently?

6 May 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

Although myocardial infarction is the leading cause of death in both men and women, there are notable differences in the development of the disease between the two sexes.

The cardiovascular benefits of electrically-assisted bicycles

16 April 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

Electric bikes represent a form of physical activity accessible to a wide range of people and offer significant health benefits

Resting heart rate influences vascular health

20 March 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

A high resting heart rate is associated with premature wear and tear on blood vessels and a reduced life expectancy.

The time has come for a Canadian Nutri-Score

7 January 2026
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Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

There is an urgent need to provide consumers with practical tools that make it easier to choose the best foods for their health.

Residential wood burning: A major cause of air pollution

In Quebec, an estimated 1,400 premature deaths are caused each year by air pollution linked to wood fires.

Avoiding ultra-processed foods makes it easier to control body weight

Adhering to a healthy diet without reducing the intake of ultra-processed foods misses the mark for losing weight.

Accumulation of Microplastics in the Brain: A Link to Dementia?

Microplastics accumulate more in the brain than in other organs of the human body, particularly in individuals with dementia.