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Abstract Introduction: In today's fast-paced world, where unhealthy habits are often the order of the day, cardiovascular diseases have become a thorn in the side of public health. Cardiac patients frequently find themselves between a rock and a hard place, struggling to juggle medical treatments and lifestyle changes. It is said that prevention is better than cure, and in this light, lifestyle modification stands out as a silver lining in the battle against heart disease. However, without proper guidance, many patients are left in the dark, unaware of the profound impact their daily choices can have on their heart health. This study aims to turn the tide by evaluating the effectiveness of a planned teaching program designed to shed light on lifestyle modification and its role in improving cardiovascular health among cardiac patients admitted in the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital, helping them take the bull by the horns and lead healthier lives. Aims: To evaluate the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients admitted in the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital. Objectives: 1) To assess the pretest level of knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients admitted in the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital. 2) To develop a structured teaching program to improve knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients. 3) To administer the structured teaching program among cardiac patients admitted in the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital. 4) To assess the post-test level of knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients admitted in the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital. 5) To find out the effectiveness of the structured teaching program on knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients. 6) To determine the association between the pretest level of knowledge and selected demographic variables of cardiac patients. Materials and Methods: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design was adopted to evaluate the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health among cardiac patients admitted to the cardiac unit of BTCT Hospital, Sagar (M.P.). A total of 30 cardiac patients were selected using a purposive non-probability sampling technique based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data collection tools included a self-structured knowledge questionnaire comprising 30 multiple-choice questions, and a structured teaching program developed by the researcher. The tool's content validity was established by six nursing experts, and reliability was tested using Karl Pearson's split-half method, yielding a correlation coefficient of r = 0.75. The study was conducted after obtaining formal permission from hospital authorities and informed consent from participants. Data were collected through pre-test administration, followed by implementation of the teaching program, and then a post-test. The pilot study was conducted prior to the main study to assess feasibility. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation, and inferential statistics including paired t-test to assess effectiveness, and chi-square test to determine the association between pre-test knowledge scores and selected demographic variables. Ethical considerations were observed throughout the study to maintain participant confidentiality and rights. Findings: The study revealed that prior to the planned teaching program, the majority of cardiac patients (73.33%) had inadequate knowledge regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health, with a mean pre-test score of 10.56 and standard deviation of 5.39. Following the administration of the structured teaching program, there was a marked improvement in knowledge, with 90% of participants achieving an adequate knowledge level in the post-test, yielding a mean score of 22.53 and standard deviation of 2.403. The paired t-test value of 5.105 indicated a statistically significant difference between pre- and post-test scores at the 0.05 level, confirming the effectiveness of the teaching intervention. Furthermore, chi-square analysis demonstrated a significant association between marital status and pre-test knowledge scores, while no significant associations were found with other demographic variables such as age, gender, religion, education, income, diet preference, smoking, or exercise habits. Overall, the findings support the positive impact of structured educational interventions in enhancing knowledge among cardiac patients. Conclusion: The study concludes that the structured teaching program was effective in significantly enhancing the knowledge of cardiac patients regarding the impact of lifestyle modification on cardiovascular health. The marked improvement in post-test scores compared to pre-test scores highlights the importance of planned educational interventions in empowering patients to make informed lifestyle choices. While most demographic variables showed no significant association with knowledge levels, marital status was found to have a significant influence. These findings underscore the need for regular, targeted health education as part of cardiac care to promote better health outcomes and prevent further complications related to cardiovascular disease.