medRxiv PreprintsInternational12 October 2026
Effectiveness of a mHealth nutrition and lifestyle intervention (mHENAL) in reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk in Sri Lankan adults: A Randomized Control Trial
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of global mortality, responsible for 17.8 million deaths and 423 million prevalent cases annually. While the etiology of CVD is multifactorial, evidence confirms that multicomponent behavioral interventions regarding diet and lifestyle can substantially reduce risk. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a 12-month mHealth intervention, i.e., public health practice supported by mobile devices in reducing the 10-year CVD risk among overweight and obese adults aged 35 to 64 in an urban Sri Lankan population. A two-group parallel-arm
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