Mediterranean diet

16 articles

Olive oil, the best source of fat for cooking

30 March 2020
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A new U.S. study confirms that regular consumption of olive oil is associated with a reduced risk of coronary heart disease.

Choosing dietary sources of unsaturated fats has many health benefits

5 February 2020
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

It is now clearly established that replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats (monounsaturated or polyunsaturated) is associated with a significant reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Spicing up the prevention of cardiovascular disease with chili peppers

14 January 2020
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

A study reports that people who regularly consume chili peppers have a reduced risk of dying prematurely from a heart attack or stroke.

Anti-aging effect of a healthy lifestyle

21 January 2019
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Adopting a healthy lifestyle, i.e. eating well, exercising, managing stress and not smoking or consuming too much alcohol, has beneficial effects on the aging of our cells according to recent scientific literature.

The effects of nitrates and nitrites on the cardiovascular system

15 March 2018
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

According to several studies, nitrates found in fruits and vegetables can be beneficial for cardiovascular health and sports performance.

The Blue Zones: Areas where people are living better and longer

19 September 2017
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Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

Blue Zones are areas of the world where the longevity of the inhabitants is well above average. The inhabitants of these regions have a lifestyle that has several common characteristics that contribute to their longevity.

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