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.
Childhood obesity, a ticking time bomb for cardiometabolic diseases
Several recent studies confirm that being overweight during childhood is associated with disastrous health consequences, starting in early adulthood.
Influenza vaccination reduces the risk of premature death in coronary patients
A recent clinical study shows that influenza vaccination of patients with myocardial infarction significantly reduces mortality.
Cycling: A particularly beneficial exercise for the health of diabetics
According to a study of 7,459 adults with diabetes, cycling is associated with a reduction of at least 22% in the risk of premature mortality, regardless of other physical activities and lifestyle factors.
Lignans: Compounds of plant origin that promote good cardiovascular health
A large recent study indicates that the consumption of lignans is associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease.
Banning flavoured vaping liquids? A very bad idea.
It would be extremely unfortunate if the moral panic generated by the increase in the number of young vapers deprives individuals who have to deal with a very strong tobacco addiction of the best tool identified so far to quit smoking, namely vaping of flavours other than that of tobacco.
Will cultured meat soon be on our plates?
Lab-grown meat could one day replace meat from livestock farming, but there is still significant progress to be made before this becomes possible.
Environmental impacts associated with food production
All the studies unequivocally show that a reduction in environmental damage caused by food production necessarily requires a reduction in the consumption of animal products, in particular those from cattle farming.
Choosing the right sources of carbohydrates is essential for preventing cardiovascular disease
The risk of cardiovascular events can be significantly reduced by replacing as much as possible the intake of foods rich in simple sugars and refined flour with plant-based foods containing complex carbohydrates.
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements are ineffective for the prevention of cardiovascular disease
Recent studies indicate that omega-3 fatty acid supplements are ineffective in preventing major cardiovascular events, in primary prevention and most likely also in secondary prevention.
Modulation of the gut microbiota by dietary interventions to prevent cardiometabolic diseases
The results of recent studies suggest that modulation of the gut microbiota by dietary interventions (Mediterranean diet, intermittent fasting) could be a new preventive and therapeutic approach for diseases such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.