Laval University

This study looks at whether taking blueberry powder can help improve gut bacteria and reduce signs of metabolic syndrome (like high blood sugar and cholesterol) in overweight or obese adults. About 59 participants will take either blueberry powder or a placebo for a period of tim…

This study compares two types of weight-loss surgery (standard bypass vs. a simpler single-loop bypass) in people who have already had a partial stomach removal (parietal gastrectomy) but still have obesity or have regained weight. The goal is to see if the simpler surgery causes…

This study looks at a specific lung measurement called airway opening pressure in 196 adults recovering from heart surgery. The goal is to find out how often this pressure is high and if it leads to breathing problems. By understanding this, doctors hope to tailor breathing machi…

This study looks at what happens when people who regularly drink sugary sodas switch to drinks sweetened with stevia or aspartame. Researchers want to see if these sugar substitutes change metabolism and gut bacteria for better or worse. About 41 healthy adults who drink 4 cans o…

This study looks at how genetic differences influence the way omega-3 fatty acids affect heart disease risk factors. Researchers will measure changes in blood lipids, blood pressure, and other markers in 200 healthy adults aged 18-50 with a BMI between 25 and 40. The goal is to u…

This study tests whether a structured wheelchair skills training program helps children and youth who use manual wheelchairs improve their mobility, confidence, and participation in daily activities. About 60 participants will be randomly assigned to receive the training or usual…

This study tests a web-based 'scrollytelling' tool to help people understand why public health guidelines change over time. About 525 adults will be randomly assigned to view a story about nutrition guidelines, a story about infectious disease guidelines, or no story at all. The …

This study looks at whether the usual doses of the antibiotic cefazolin given before weight-loss surgery are high enough to prevent infections in obese patients. Researchers will measure drug levels in the blood and tissues of 70 patients having sleeve gastrectomy. The goal is to…

This study looks at whether eating frozen raspberries every day can positively change gut bacteria and improve markers of metabolic syndrome (like blood sugar and cholesterol) in overweight or obese adults. About 59 healthy but overweight men and women will either eat raspberries…