The PROLIFIC Study, conducted in India, aimed to assess the effectiveness of a family-based approach to lifestyle interventions for individuals with a family history of premature heart disease. The study involved 1,671 participants from 750 families who were either assigned to a family-based intervention group or a usual care group. The intervention group received structured lifestyle counseling focused on diet, physical activity, and cardiovascular health from nonphysician health workers, while the usual care group received minimal interventions.
After two years, participants in the intervention group experienced significant improvements compared to the usual care group, including a greater reduction in weight, BMI, and waist circumference. These findings highlight the potential of family-based interventions in improving weight management and cardiovascular health among high-risk individuals.
The results of the study, published in The Annals of Family Medicine, indicate that these interventions could have a significant impact in preventing future diabetes and other noncommunicable diseases. By addressing lifestyle factors within families, public health initiatives can effectively promote healthier behaviors and reduce the risk of chronic conditions.
The PROLIFIC Study provides valuable insights into the importance of family-based interventions in addressing cardiovascular risk factors and improving overall health outcomes. These findings could inform future strategies for preventing obesity and related health conditions in at-risk populations.
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