THERAPEUTIC EFFECT OF YOGA AND RESTRICTED DIET IN THE MANAGEMENT OF OBESITY
Dr. Rashmi Shukla J. R.* and Dr. Avadhesh Kumar
ABSTRACT
Obesity is mainly a life style disorder which provides the platforms for the so many hazards like Hypertension, Coronary heart disease, Diabetes Mellitus, Osteoarthritis, Infertility, Impotency as well as Psychological disorders like Stress; Anxiety, Depression, etc. Aim of this Study to observe the effect of Yoga Practice and Diet control on Obesity, the criteria was Body Mass Index. Eight weeks study was conducted at Varanasi area, UP. For this study 25 patients were selected randomly. In this Pre-post study data were collected before and after intervention of Yoga Practice and balanced diet plan for eight weeks. BMI was measured according to WHO Body Mass Index Chart. Paired t- test was applied for statistical analysis and p-value < .01 was considered the level of significance. It is concluded that Regular practice of Asanas and controlled diet plan not only helps in better metabolism but also regulates the digestive process. The better digestion, assimilation, and excretion regulate the body physiology which plays a very important role to reduce BMI.
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