Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP
Cardiologue, directeur de l'Observatoire de la prévention de l'Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal. Professeur titulaire de clinique, Faculté de médecine de l'Université de Montréal. / Cardiologist and Director of Prevention Watch, Montreal Heart Institute. Clinical Professor, Faculty of Medicine, University of Montreal.
How to reduce exposure to chemicals derived from plastics
A study shows that reducing the use of plastics in the food production chain is associated with a marked decrease in exposure to chemicals such as phthalates and bisphenols.
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.
Respiratory viruses increase the risk of cardiovascular events
A study reports that older people who are infected with influenza or respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) have a much higher risk of suffering a cardiovascular event in the following months.
The best sports for longevity
It is well established that regular physical activity during leisure time is associated with a significant decrease in the risk of premature death and an increase in life expectancy. All sports are beneficial, but some studies suggest that certain sports, particularly racquet sports like tennis, may offer additional advantages.
The significant contribution of wine to the positive health effects of the Mediterranean diet
A study reports that including wine in the Mediterranean diet is associated with increased life expectancy benefits from this eating pattern.
Even in very small amounts, exercise has positive effects on health.
A study shows that in inactive people, as little as 5-10 minutes of moderate- to vigorous-intensity physical activity per day significantly reduces the risk of premature death.
The positive impact of coffee on the risk of atrial fibrillation
Surprising results show that people with atrial fibrillation who regularly consume coffee have a reduced risk of recurrence.
Should we be worried about the presence of cadmium in dark chocolate?
Cadmium is a toxic metal that can accumulate naturally in certain plants, including the cacao beans used to make chocolate. However, studies show that in the vast majority of cases, the amount of cadmium ingested from normal consumption of dark chocolate (1-2 servings per day) is below toxic thresholds and poses no health risk.
Eat better, pollute less
A diet rich in plant-based foods is associated with both increased life expectancy and a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Seasonal time changes do not influence the risk of myocardial infarction.
There is much talk about abolishing seasonal time changes due to their potentially harmful effects on health, particularly cardiovascular health. However, this negative impact has recently been challenged by a large-scale study that observed no variation in the incidence of myocardial infarction in the week following the time change, both in spring and autumn.