Collectively , findings suggest that yogic practice s may promote significant improvements in several indices of importance in DM2 management , including glycemic control , lipid levels , and body composition .
More limited data suggest that yoga may also lower oxidative stress and blood pressure ; enhance pulmonary and autonomic function , mood , sleep , and quality of life ; and reduce medication use in adults with DM2 .
A growing body of evidence suggests yogic practice s may benefit adults with type 2 diabetes ( DM2 ) .
In this systematic review , we evaluate available evidence from prospect i ve controlled trials regarding the effects of yoga-based programs on specific health outcomes pertinent to DM2 management .
Stress management improves long-term glycemic control in type 2 diabetes.
OBJECTIVE There is conflicting evidence regarding the utility of stress management training in the treatment of diabetes . The few studies that have shown a therapeutic effect of stress management have used time-intensive individual therapy . Unfortunately , widespread use of such interventions is not practical . The aim of the present investigation is to determine whether a cost-effective , group-based stress management training program can improve glucose metabolism in patients with type 2 diabetes and to determine whether a particular subset of patients is more likely to get positive results . RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS Patients with type 2 diabetes were r and omized to undergo a five-session group diabetes education program with or without stress management training .  Participants ( n = 108 ) were followed for 1 year , during which HbA(1c ) tests and question naires assessing perceived stress , anxiety , and psychological health were administered at regular intervals to evaluate treatment effects . RESULTS Stress management training was associated with a small ( 0.5 % ) but significant reduction in HbA(1c ) . Compliance with the treatment regimen decreased over time but was similar to that seen in patients receiving stress management for other reasons in the clinic . Trait anxiety ( a measure of stable individual differences in anxiety proneness ) did not predict response to treatment , showing that highly anxious patients did not derive more benefit from training . CONCLUSIONS The current results indicate that a cost-effective , group stress management program in a " real-world " setting can result in clinical ly significant benefits for patients with type 2 diabetes
Collectively , findings suggest that yogic practice s may promote significant improvements in several indices of importance in DM2 management , including glycemic control , lipid levels , and body composition .
More limited data suggest that yoga may also lower oxidative stress and blood pressure ; enhance pulmonary and autonomic function , mood , sleep , and quality of life ; and reduce medication use in adults with DM2 .
A growing body of evidence suggests yogic practice s may benefit adults with type 2 diabetes ( DM2 ) .
In this systematic review , we evaluate available evidence from prospect i ve controlled trials regarding the effects of yoga-based programs on specific health outcomes pertinent to DM2 management .