Lifestyle management to prevent atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease: evidence and challenges

Tinka J. van Trier, N. Mohammadnia, M. Snaterse, R. J.G. Peters, H. T. Jørstad, W. A. Bax

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Abstract

Lifestyle management is the cornerstone of both primary and secondary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and the importance of lifestyle management is emphasised by all major guidelines. Despite this, actual implementation of lifestyle management is poor. Lifestyle modification includes smoking cessation, weight loss, dietary change, increasing physical inactivity, and stress management. This review summarises evidence-based opportunities and challenges for healthcare professionals to promote healthy lifestyles at an individual level for the prevention of ASCVD.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3-14
Number of pages12
JournalNetherlands heart journal
Volume30
Issue number1
Early online date11 Nov 2021
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2022

Keywords

  • Lifestyle
  • Prevention
  • Risk management

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