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World J Cardiol. Apr 26, 2025; 17(4): 103544
Published online Apr 26, 2025. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v17.i4.103544
Published online Apr 26, 2025. doi: 10.4330/wjc.v17.i4.103544
Lifestyle changes for cardiometabolic health: Planting the seeds for long-term benefit
Li-You Lian, Xiao-Dong Zhou, Department of Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenling 325000, Zhejiang Province, China
Qin-Fen Chen, Physical Examination Medical Care Center, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou 325000, Zhejiang Province, China
Author contributions: Lian LY wrote the first draft of the manuscript; Chen QF contributed to the critical revision of the manuscript; Zhou XD contributed to the conception and writing of the manuscript; all authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
Supported by the Wenzhou Science Technology Bureau Foundation, No. Y20220470.
Conflict-of-interest statement: The authors have nothing to disclose for this article.
Corresponding author: Xiao-Dong Zhou, MD, Department of Hepatology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, No. 2 Fuxue Lane, Wenzhou 325000, Zhejiang Province, China. zhouxiaodong@wmu.edu.cn
Received: November 25, 2024
Revised: February 19, 2025
Accepted: February 25, 2025
Published online: April 26, 2025
Processing time: 150 Days and 2.7 Hours
Revised: February 19, 2025
Accepted: February 25, 2025
Published online: April 26, 2025
Processing time: 150 Days and 2.7 Hours
Core Tip
Core Tip: Lifestyle-related diseases account for nearly three-quarters of global deaths, highlighting the urgency of preventive measures. A recent study on cardiovascular health (CVH) metrics in the Kailuan population revealed a low prevalence of ideal CVH behaviors and factors. These findings underscore the need for comprehensive lifestyle interventions that address physical, neurological, and mental well-being. Targeted strategies, such as promoting physical activity, reducing salt intake, and strengthening tobacco control, are crucial to prevent cardiovascular events and improve CVH outcomes in diverse populations.