How did the participants feel about lifestyle changes to reduce their cardiovascular risk?
All three participants understood that eating a healthy diet would reduce their CV risk and, for that reason, several implemented comprehensive dietary changes. Two participants took supplements that were not recommended by their provider either in addition to, or instead of, pharmaceuticals. Two participants started exercising regularly after learning of their health issues, and they reported feeling better afterward. All three participants noted their risk of CVD has not impacted their quality of life.