In this article from June 24, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute explores a very simple way to improve our cardiovascular health through diet. OVERVIEW Recent studies show that people who regularly consume foods containing low-quality carbohydrates (simple sugars, refined flours) have an increased risk of cardiovascular events and premature mortality. Conversely, a high […]
Intermittent Fasting with Courtney Peterson, PhD
Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Courtney Peterson, PhD, in a discussion of intermittent fasting, from methods, effects, and current clinical trials in the field. If you are interested in participating in one of Dr. Peterson’s trials, please call 205-484-5633. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (2) Tell Us How We're […]
Why Do the Japanese Have the Highest Life Expectancy in the World?
In this article from March 9, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the reasons behind the high life expectancy of the Japanese. OVERVIEW The 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 ischemic heart […]
Olive Oil, the Best Source of Fat for Cooking
In this article from March 30, 2020, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the health benefits of consuming olive oil. OVERVIEW Over a 24-year period, people who regularly consumed olive oil had an 18% lower risk of coronary heart disease compared to those who never or very rarely consumed it. Replacing only a […]
Living a Healthy Lifestyle with Dr. Martha Gulati
How much can a healthy lifestyle improve heart health, and how are we to know what is truly healthy in a world obsessed with fad diets and an all-or-nothing attitude towards exercise? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Martha Gulati in a discussion ranging from sedentary lifestyles to the Mediterranean diet. Subscribe to the […]
Plant-Based Meat Substitutes Reduce Certain Cardiovascular Risk Factors
In this article from September 1, 2020, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at a study of the effect of plant-based meat substitutes on cardiovascular health. OVERVIEW • Participants in a study were divided into two groups, for eight weeks, one consumed two daily servings of plant-based meat substitutes (Beyond Meat products: […]
The Cardiovascular Benefits of Soy
In this article from May 28, 2020, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the cardiovascular benefits of soy, an important alternative to meat as a source of protein. OVERVIEW Asians have a much lower incidence of cardiovascular disease than North Americans, a difference that has been attributed, at least in part, […]
Eggs: To Consume with Moderation
In this article from September 2, 2019, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the relationship between the consumption of eggs and cardiovascular health. The old debate over whether egg consumption is detrimental to cardiovascular health has been revived since the recent publication of a study that finds a significant, albeit modest, association between […]
Plant or Animal Proteins: An Impact on Health
OVERVIEW Plant-based proteins meet all the amino acid requirements if care is taken to vary the diet and include plants high in protein such as whole grains, legumes, and oleaginous seeds. Excessive consumption of sulfur amino acids, which are found in greater amounts in animal proteins, has been associated with a higher risk of cardiometabolic […]
Spicing Up the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease with Chili Peppers
OVERVIEW The frequency of weekly consumption of chili peppers by 22,811 Italians from the Molise region was measured over an 8-year period. At the same time, researchers identified deaths from cardiovascular disease, cancer, or other causes that occurred during this period. Results show that people who eat chilies 4 or more times per week have a […]