A unique study conducted in a multi-ethnic, underserved community in New York City shows if young adults are properly taught about heart healthy behaviors and strictly adhere to specific interventions, they may see significant benefits to their cardiovascular health when compared to those who do not have any health education intervention, according to Mount Sinai researchers. Their findings also suggest that showing young adults ultrasound images of plaque in their arteries can provide helpful information to improve their cardiovascular health and their future lifestyle.