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Beneficial cardiometabolic effects of the vegan diet vs. an …

WebPlant-based diets have gained popularity in recent years, both for reducing environmental impact and for the health benefits they provide, compared to an …

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Phthalates: A component of certain plastics and cosmetic products

WebPhthalates are part of a class of chemicals that are widely used in industry (see Table 1 and Figure 1). High-molecular weight phthalates, such as di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) …

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Harmful health effects of exposure to “Forever Chemicals”

WebPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), nicknamed “Forever Chemicals” because of their very high stability, and which are used in everyday consumer products …

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The impact of forest fires on human health Observatoire de la

WebFigure 1. Clinical and subclinical impact of fine particles from wildfires. From Cascio (2018). 11 Patients with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease may …

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Choosing the right sources of carbohydrates is essential for …

WebThe 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 …

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How much exercise to live longer

WebExercise to live longer Physical activity has many and varied beneficial effects on cardiovascular risk factors, including lower blood pressure and resting heart …

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Lignans: Compounds of plant origin that promote good …

WebTable 1. Lignan content of commonly consumed foods. Adapted from Peterson et al., 2010 and Rodriguez-Garcia et al., 2019.. Several studies indicate that …

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Can exercise protect against respiratory infections

WebCOVID-19 caused by infection with the SARS-CoV-2 virus particularly affects people who have certain risk factors (advanced age, male) or a comorbidity such as chronic …

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

WebThe five Blue Zones identified in the world.. Sardinia, Italy By studying the longevity of the inhabitants of Sardinia, an Italian island in the Mediterranean Sea, the …

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The effects of nitrates and nitrites on the cardiovascular system

WebUpdated May 23, 2018. Nitrates (NO 3 –) and nitrites (NO 2 –) are mostly known to the public as undesirable residues of the agri-food chain as they are associated with …

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Overwork can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease

WebFigure 1. Decrease in the number of hours worked annually between 1870 and 2000 in Canada (red) and Europe (black).Adapted from Huberman and Minns …

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The positive effects of flaxseed on cardiovascular health

WebLinolenic acid can also be converted into DHA and EPA, two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids that have repeatedly been associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular mortality (this …

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The influence of oral health on the risk of cardiovascular disease

WebFigure 1. Schematic illustration of the main features of periodontitis. Image from Shutterstock. The trigger factor for periodontitis is an imbalance in the composition …

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Insufficient dietary fibre intake harms the gut microbiota and the

WebDietary fibre is made up of complex sugars that cannot be digested by human digestive enzymes, but is an important source of energy for gut bacteria, which have the …

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Do houseplants have beneficial effects on health

WebDr 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 …

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Smart wearable devices: Useful tools to monitor our health

WebSmartwatches and other wearable devices are equipped with sophisticated sensors that can record several useful parameters to monitor our health: heart rate, …

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Why do the Japanese have the highest life expectancy in the world

WebThe Japanese have the highest life expectancy at birth among the G7 countries. The higher life expectancy of the Japanese is mainly due to fewer deaths from …

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The cardiovascular benefits of soy

WebDr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP. Cardiologue, directeur de l'Observatoire de la prévention de l'Institut de Cardiologie de Montréal. Professeur titulaire de clinique, …

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L’impact des feux de forêt sur la santé humaine

WebFigure 1. Impact clinique et subclinique des particules fines des feux de forêt. Tiré de Cascio (2018) 11. Les patients asthmatiques ou ayant une maladie pulmonaire …

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