“I was surprised by the findings that the multiple dimensions of religiosity and spirituality are associated with improved cardiovascular health, through many health behaviors that are very difficult to change, such as diet, physical activity and smoking,” said Dr. Labrinsis Breuer, lead author of the study. according to cnn.
“Our findings highlight the significant role that culturally tailored health promotion initiatives and lifestyle-change recommendations can play in promoting health equity.”
“The cultural significance of the interventions may increase the potential for impact on cardiovascular health, as well as the sustainability and maintenance of healthy lifestyle changes,” she added.
On the other hand, a statement indicated that cardiovascular health among African Americans is weaker than among non-Hispanic whites, and death rates from cardiovascular diseases are higher among African American adults than among African American adults. white adults.