A Critical Review of the Physiological Effects of Yogic Interventions in Obesity Management
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obesity, yoga, conventional therapy, BMI.sAbstract
Obesity, a global health crisis, necessitates effective management strategies, with yogic interventions emerging as a promising approach. This critical review examines the physiological effects of yoga in obesity management, drawing insights from recent studies. Yoga, encompassing physical postures (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation, has shown potential in reducing body mass index (BMI), waist circumference, and body fat percentage. Mechanistically, yoga enhances metabolic regulation by improving insulin sensitivity, reducing cortisol levels, and promoting lipid metabolism. Additionally, it modulates appetite-regulating hormones like leptin and ghrelin, aiding in weight control. Yoga's stress-reducing properties further mitigate stress-induced eating behaviors, a significant contributor to obesity. Recent research highlights its role in improving cardiovascular health, reducing inflammation, and enhancing mitochondrial function, all of which are crucial in obesity-related comorbidities. Despite these benefits, variability in study designs, sample sizes, and yoga protocols necessitates further rigorous, standardized research. Overall, yogic interventions offer a holistic, non-invasive approach to obesity management, addressing both physiological and psychological dimensions, making them a valuable adjunct to conventional therapies.
Aim of the study: Investigate how yogic interventions impact key physiological processes such as metabolism, hormonal regulation, stress response, inflammation, and neuroendocrine function, which are relevant to obesity.
Conclusion: According to various yogic literature and modern physiology, pathophysiology yoga helps reducing the weight and manage obesity.
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