Regular yoga practice can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 40%, according to a new study presented by the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India to Union Minister Shri J.P. Nadda. Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasizes the potential of yoga in preventive healthcare and highlights the benefits of traditional wellness interventions.
Type 2 diabetes is characterized by the body’s inability to produce enough insulin, leading to high glucose levels. Practicing yoga regularly may lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 40%, especially for predisposed individuals. The study, led by Dr. S.V. Madhu, reveals the preventive power of yoga in combatting this lifestyle disease.
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister for Science and Technology, commends the scientific efforts to prevent type 2 diabetes through yoga. The study explores specific yoga asanas that can prevent the onset of diabetes and emphasizes the importance of traditional wellness practices in maintaining health and well-being.
This research demonstrates how ancient practices like yoga, when studied scientifically, can provide effective healthcare solutions and contribute to a healthier society. It underscores the significance of preventive healthcare measures grounded in both traditional wisdom and modern science.
