Last updated August 16, 2026
Key finding
HbA1c decreased significantly from 8.17 ± 1.11 to 6.95 ± 0.85 in YG (p < 0.001).
This study examined the impact of yoga and naturopathy on glycemic control and psychological stress in individuals with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and stress levels.
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Moderate
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Short-Term (≤3 mo)
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Study focus
This study examined the impact of yoga and naturopathy on glycemic control and psychological stress in individuals with type 2 diabetes, finding significant improvements in HbA1c and stress levels.
These findings highlight the potential of integrating lifestyle interventions like yoga and naturopathy into diabetes management plans. Improved glycemic control can lead to better long-term health outcomes, while reduced psychological stress may enhance quality of life for individuals living with diabetes.
Sample size not specified, which may affect generalizability. Potential for unmeasured confounders influencing outcomes. Short duration of intervention may limit long-term applicability.
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Alexander M, John RA, Preety L, Ganesh P, Shivaprasad S, Prashanth S. The Effect of Yoga and Naturopathy on Glycemic Control and Psychological Stress in Type 2 Diabetes: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Cureus. 2025;17(12):e100378. doi:10.7759/cureus.100378
HbA1c decreased significantly from 8.17 ± 1.11 to 6.95 ± 0.85 (p < 0.001).
Fasting blood sugar decreased significantly (p < 0.001).
PSS scores dropped significantly from 17.7 ± 3.2 to 9.80 ± 1.67 (p < 0.001).
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This study contributes evidence to Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG), Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH), Yoga Group (YG) and Diabetes Distress Scale score, Fasting blood sugar (FBS), Glucose iAUC (OGTT), and 2 more.
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Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG)
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Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → HbA1c
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → HbA1c
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Stress
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) → Stress
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Gastro-Hepatic Pack Group (GH) → Glucose iAUC (OGTT)
Yoga Group (YG) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Yoga Group (YG) → Diabetes Distress Scale score
Yoga Group (YG) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
Yoga Group (YG) → Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
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This study contributes to evidence on Yoga Group (YG) and HbA1c, Yoga Group (YG) and Mental Health.
This study contributes to the evidence on the following intervention-outcome relationships.
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Measures Mental Health as a key outcome.
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Yoga Group (YG) appears to improve Stress.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.
Ranked evidence signals
Stress
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Yoga Group (YG) may improve HbA1c.
ConsistencyScore™: Results are mixed and should be interpreted cautiously.
Ranked evidence signals
HbA1c
EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Mixed | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is cautious because the available studies report mixed findings.
Limitations
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) appears to improve Diabetes Distress Scale score.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
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Diabetes Distress Scale score
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
Combined Yoga and Gastro-Hepatic Pack (CYG) appears to improve Fasting blood sugar (FBS).
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
Fasting blood sugar (FBS)
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
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