research article Vol. 1, No. 1 (2026)
Community-Based Holistic Wellness Programs and Cardiometabolic Risk Reduction in Urban Nigeria: A Cohort Study
James Okafor
Objective: To evaluate the impact of a six-month community-based holistic wellness program (CBHWP) on cardiometabolic risk markers in an urban Nigerian population. Methods: 120 participants (aged 35-65) enrolled in CBHWP incorporating dietary counselling, movement therapy, stress management, and social support networks. Primary endpoints were systolic blood pressure, fasting glucose, and BMI at six months. Results: Significant reductions were observed in SBP (−8.4 mmHg, p<0.01), fasting glucose (−0.9 mmol/L, p<0.05), and BMI (−1.2 kg/m², p<0.05). Conclusion: Community-delivered holistic programs can meaningfully reduce cardiometabolic risk in resource-limited urban settings.
Published Apr 13, 2026 10.58786/jhhwb.2026.1.1.001 holistic wellness · community health · cardiometabolic · Nigeria