Healthy habits boost heart health, even without weight loss

Healthy lifestyle changes improve heart health even without significant weight loss, according to a recent study. This suggests that focusing on habits is crucial for cardiometabolic improvements. Researchers analyzed data from long-term weight loss trials, finding that even those who didn't lose weight showed improvements in some heart health markers, such as HDL cholesterol and fat distribution. Weight loss of even one kilogram led to meaningful improvements. The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, emphasizes the importance of healthy behaviors for cardiovascular health, regardless of weight loss. Further research should include more diverse samples and explore personalized weight loss strategies.