Nutrition

67 articles

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.

The positive impact of coffee on the risk of atrial fibrillation
7 January 2026
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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?
7 January 2026
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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
6 January 2026
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A diet rich in plant-based foods is associated with both increased life expectancy and a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Avoiding ultra-processed foods makes it easier to control body weight
5 January 2026
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Dr Josep Iglesies-Grau, M.D., Ph.D. | Dr Éric Thorin, Ph. D.

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

To Live Longer, Replace Butter with Vegetable Oils!
6 August 2025
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A recent study reports that replacing one tablespoon of butter daily with vegetable oil could reduce the risk of premature death by 17%.

Wine and Cardiovascular Disease: A New Marker Confirms Risk Reduction
6 August 2025
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

The measurement of urinary tartaric acid levels—a molecule found predominantly in grapes—confirms that moderate wine consumption is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Cardiometabolic Effects of Intermittent Fasting
5 August 2025
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

In patients with metabolic syndrome, time-restricted eating significantly improves glucose metabolism.

The anti-inflammatory effects of fermented foods
4 September 2024
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Several studies report that fermented foods have positive effects on the gut microbiota and reduce inflammation, a major risk factor for all chronic diseases.

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.

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