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Faculté des sciences de l'agriculture et de l'alimentation
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Human nutrition

Improving health through nutrition research, prevention and intervention


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FSAA researchers working in the field of human nutrition have the population's health at heart. Whether it concerns research on prevention and promotion or clinical studies on the best ways to intervene for people suffering from chronic diseases, this team works closely with different bodies (such as governments, organizations and health establishments) to delve deeper into nutrition-related issues. Researchers in human nutrition are interested in all stages of life, from the prenatal period to old age. Another key element of their work is determining which knowledge transfer activities will help people to better follow nutritional recommendations. In short, the work completed by researchers in human nutrition at FSAA leads to notable advancements in research and has a significant impact on health and diet.

Professor-researchers in this line of research

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On topic!

  • “My research at the School of Nutrition aims to gain a better understanding of the effect of the use of social media and, more specifically, blogs on nutrition, on the dietary habits of individuals. This is a new and fast-growing field of research. It is motivating to be able to help evaluate new and promising knowledge transfer strategies to promote the adoption of a healthy diet.”

    Sophie Desroches

  • “Although approaches that target lifestyle habits should hold a critical place in the interventions made to combat obesity, they are proving to be ineffective for part of the population. This is particularly the case for individuals with severe obesity and well-established metabolic diseases. For these individuals, the surgical approach may be the best option which leads to significant weight loss and provides a long-term solution for comorbidities. My research focuses on the biology of obesity, the physiology of adipose tissue and the metabolic impact of bariatric surgery.”

    André Tchernof

  • “My team is interested in the effects of nutrition during pregnancy and the effects of complications on the mother's and child's health. Lifestyle habits during this period and their related problems could have a long-term impact on the health of the mother and child. As nutrition is at the heart of the prevention of chronic disease, my research helps identify preventive strategies implemented at the time of pregnancy and as soon as the child is born, which will impact the health of future generations.”

    Julie Robitaille

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