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Devi KG, Mooventhan A, Mangaiarkarasi N, Manavalan N. Effect of Needling at Selected Acupuncture Points (GB39, BL17, LR13) on Hemoglobin Levels in Anemia: a Randomized Placebo Controlled Study. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2023; 16:263-267. [PMID: 38115592 DOI: 10.51507/j.jams.2023.16.6.263] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/20/2023] [Revised: 06/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is an important public health issue in India. This study was performed to determine the impact of acupuncture at the GB39, BL17, and LR13 points on hemoglobin levels, mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), and red cell distribution width (RDW) in people with IDA. One hundred women with IDA were randomly allocated to the acupuncture group (AG) or placebo control group (PCG). For 30 minutes per day, daily for 2 weeks, the AG received acupuncture at GB39, BL17, and LR13, while the PCG received needling at non-acupuncture points. Outcomes were assessed before and after the intervention. We found a significant increase (p < 0.001) in hemoglobin level (AG 10.39-11.38 g/dl, effect size 0.785; PCG 10.58-10.40 g/dl, effect size 0.191), MCH (AG 25.69-27.50 fl, effect size 0.418; PCG 27.43-27.23 fl, effect size 0.058), and RDW (AG 15.12-16.41 fl, effect size 0.626; PCG 14.91-14.94 fl, effect size 0.017) in the AG compared to the PCG. Results suggest that needling at the GB39, BL17, and LR13 acupuncture points is more effective in treating people with IDA than needling at non-acupuncture points.
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- K Gayathri Devi
- Department of Acupuncture and Energy Medicine, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Acupuncture and Energy Medicine, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Acupuncture and Energy Medicine, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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Mooventhan A, Pavithra, Meha N, Monisha S, Deepika R, Poorani R, Nivethitha L. A comprehensive scientific evidence-based impact of yoga in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Int J Rheum Dis 2023; 26:2359-2365. [PMID: 38041649 DOI: 10.1111/1756-185x.14874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 08/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/03/2023]
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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Deepa Y, Mooventhan A, Christa E, Kayelarasi CA. Effect of yoga on cardiovascular functions and psychological aspects of people on public service-related work: an exploratory study. J Complement Integr Med 2022; 19:1033-1038. [PMID: 34243225 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2021-0107] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2021] [Accepted: 06/30/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Yoga is increasingly being introduced in workplace settings to improve health and well-being. However, there is a lack of studies reporting the effect of yoga in people on public service-related work, who are at high risk for various health-related problems. Thus, the objective of this study was to find the effect of yoga on cardiovascular functions and psychological (stress, anxiety, and depression) aspects of people on public service-related work. METHODS A single-group pre-test and post-test experimental study design was adopted. Eighty-two participants aged 41.52 ± 7.44 years who are working in the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission were undergone 1-h of yoga (under the supervision of a yoga & naturopathy doctor) a day, 5-days a week for a period of 1-month at their office. Cardiovascular functions such as systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), and pulse rate (PR) were measured using an automatic BP monitor. Psychological variables such as stress, anxiety, and depression were measured using Depression Anxiety and Stress Scales (DASS) before and after the intervention. RESULTS Results of this study showed a significant reduction in body mass index, SBP, DBP, PR, mean arterial pressure, rate pressure product, and double product. Though results showed insignificant (just missed the statistical significance [p=0.056]) reduction in anxiety, it showed clinical improvement (i.e. the mean anxiety score has reduced from moderate category to mild category). However, there is neither statistically significant nor clinical difference in stress and depression. None of the participants reported any untoward events during the study period. CONCLUSIONS Results suggest that yoga might improve the cardiovascular functions and anxiety of people in public service-related work. However, no such significant improvement was noted in their stress and depression levels. However, a randomized controlled trial is required to warrant the results of this study.
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- Y Deepa
- Department of Manipulative Therapy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Manipulative Therapy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Manipulative Therapy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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Deepa Y, Nisha S, Mooventhan A, Manavalan N, Christa SE. Effect of a Structured Naturopathy and Yoga Intervention on Pain, Depression, and Quality of Sleep in a Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Patient. Adv Mind Body Med 2022; 36:21-25. [PMID: 36308506] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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A 54-year-old postmenopausal woman was diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma (ACCA) of the right breast. She had complaints of pain in the upper quadrant of the right breast, stress, disturbed sleep, and depression. Her self-reported pain intensity using the visual analog scale (VAS) was 8 and her perceived stress scale value was 19. Her depression score on the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) was 12. Her quality of sleep, evaluated using the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), was 18. She was given integrated naturopathy and yoga therapy for 43 days. She showed a reduction in pain, stress, and depression scores. Her quality of sleep also improved after the integrated naturopathy and yoga therapy. Our structured integrated naturopathy and yoga therapy improved pain, stress, depression, and sleep quality in a postmenopausal breast cancer patient and may be used as adjuvant therapy for patients with breast cancer.
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Ganesh Iyyer S, Mooventhan A, Nandakumar B. Effectiveness of Liquid Fasting with Yoga and Naturopathy Treatments in Reducing Metabolic and Cardiovascular Risks in Obesity. Adv Mind Body Med 2021; 35:24-28. [PMID: 34734846] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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CONTEXT Obesity is associated with chronic diseases, including metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). Fasting is commonly employed by obese people to reduce their weight. Likewise, yoga and naturopathy (YN) that include liquid fasting (LF) have been shown to be beneficial in reducing weight for people with metabolic disorders. However, the safety of LF during YN treatments and its effects on metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors haven't yet been reported. OBJECTIVE The study intended to evaluate the safety of LF during YN treatments and its effects on metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors in people with obesity. DESIGN A single-group, pretest-and-posttest design was adopted for the study. SETTING The study took place in a YN hospital located in South India. PARTICIPANTS Participants were 176 obese people aged between 18 and 65 years. INTERVENTION Together with YN treatments, all participants underwent LF using lime juice with jaggery, ash guard juice, vegetable soup, buttermilk, and kokum juice for a period of 5 consecutive days. OUTCOME MEASURES Assessments such as body weight, body mass index (BMI), fat mass, lipid profile, and blood pressure were taken at baseline and postintervention. RESULTS Participants showed a significant reduction in body weight, BMI, fat mass, triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC), low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), very-low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (VLDL-C), high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), systolic blood pressure (SBP), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP). CONCLUSIONS The results suggest that LF during YN treatment canbe effective in reducing metabolic and cardiovascular risk factors in people with obesity.
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Mooventhan A, Bharti S, Nivethitha L, Manjunath NK. Effect of Ice Massage to Head and Spine on Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Variability in Patients with Hypertension: a Pilot Study. Int J Ther Massage Bodywork 2021; 14:22-26. [PMID: 34484492 PMCID: PMC8362826 DOI: 10.3822/ijtmb.v14i3.573] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Background Ice massage is one of the common hydrotherapeutic procedures. The current study is first of its kind, conducted to evaluate the effect of ice massage to head and spine on blood pressure and heart rate variability in patients with hypertension. Materials and Methods Fifteen hypertensive subjects with the mean ± standard deviation (SD) age of 48.87 ± 11.17 yrs were recruited and underwent only one session of ice massage to head and spine for 20 min. Blood pressure and heart rate variability were assessed before and immediately after the intervention. Results Results of this study showed a significant reduction in systolic blood pressure (p = <.001), diastolic blood pressure (p < .001) and heart rate (p = .012), and a significant increase in R-R Interval (the intervals between adjacent R waves in the electro cardiogram) (p = .001) in the post-test assessments compared to its respective pre-test assessments. Conclusion Results suggest that 20 min of ice massage to head and spine may reduce blood pressure and heart rate in patients with hypertension. However, there is no evidence that this provides any significant clinical impact for the patient.
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, India
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- The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Nauropathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life sciences, S-VYASA (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Nivethitha L, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Evaluation of Cardiovascular Functions during the Practice of Different Types of Yogic Breathing Techniques. Int J Yoga 2021; 14:158-162. [PMID: 34188389 PMCID: PMC8191218 DOI: 10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_61_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2020] [Revised: 09/30/2020] [Accepted: 02/26/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Introduction: Yoga is the science of right living practice to promote health. Many studies have documented the cardiovascular effects of various yogic breathing techniques (YBTs), comparing the cardiovascular changes before and after the practice. However, there is a lack of study reporting the cardiovascular changes during the practice of YBT. Materials and Methods: Twenty healthy individuals performed four different YBTs (Bhastrika, Bhramari, Kapalbhati, and Kumbhaka) in four different orders. Cardiovascular variables such as systolic blood pressure (SBP), diastolic blood pressure (DBP), mean arterial pressure (MAP), heart rate (HR), stroke volume (SV), cardiac output (CO), pulse interval (PI), and total peripheral resistant (TPR) were assessed using a continuous noninvasive blood pressure monitoring system, before, during, and immediately after each YBT. Data were analyzed using repeated measures analysis of variance followed by post hoc analysis with Bonferroni adjustment for multiple comparisons using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, Version 16.0. Results: Results of this study showed a significant increase in DBP, MAP, HR, and CO along with a reduction in PI during Bhastrika; a significant increase in DBP, MAP, HR, and TPR with a reduction in SV, CO, and PI during Bhramari pranayama; a significant increase in SBP, DBP, MAP, HR, and CO with a reduction in PI during Kapalbhati; and a significant increase in SBP, DBP, MAP, and TPR with a reduction in SV and CO during Kumbhaka practice. Conclusion: In healthy individuals, cardiovascular changes during the practice of Bhastrika and Kapalbhati are more or less similar to each other and are different from those of Bhramari and Kumbhaka in most of the variables.
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- L Nivethitha
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.,Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Devision of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Kurian J, Vijayakumar V, Mooventhan A, Mavathur R. Effect of yoga on plasma glucose, lipid profile, blood pressure and insulin requirement in a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus. J Complement Integr Med 2021; 18:649-651. [PMID: 33794078 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2020-0215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The objective of the study is to evaluate the short-term effect of yoga on plasma glucose, lipid profile, blood pressure and insulin requirement in a patient with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). CASE PRESENTATION A 28-years old female was diagnosed with T1DM at the age of seven. She was under Human Mixtard insulin 30-70, thrice/day for 15-15-15 units. She had a history of poor glycemic control, diabetic ketoacidosis and hypoglycemic shock. At the age of 27, she got admitted with complaints of general weakness, joints stiffness and weight loss in our holistic health centre and underwent two weeks of yoga. Results showed a better reduction in the plasma glucose levels, lipid profile, blood pressure and insulin dose and an increase in hemoglobin levels with no episodes of hypoglycemia after yoga. CONCLUSIONS Yoga might be considered as a safer and effective adjuvant in the management of T1DM.
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- Jintu Kurian
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Molecular Bioscience, S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Yoga, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Molecular Bioscience, S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Deepa Y, Mooventhan A, Lilly N, Manavalan N. Effect of yoga and naturopathy on disease activity and symptom burdens in a patient with active ulcerative colitis: a case report. J Complement Integr Med 2021; 18:869-872. [PMID: 33793145 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2020-0053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic idiopathic inflammatory disease that affects the large bowel. The objective of this study is to find the effect of yoga and naturopathy (YN) in a patient with active moderate pancolitis. CASE PRESENTATION An 18-year old unmarried female diagnosed with UC in 2017. Patient's symptoms began with abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea with/without blood stains more than seven times a day, daily. The symptoms reduced after taking regular conventional medication for a period of one-year. However, in February-2019, the patient visited our hospital with the same complaints and received 21-days of YN treatments. Results showed a better reduction in the abdominal pain, disease activity, stress and depression and a better improvement in hemoglobin levels, quality of sleep, and quality of life with no adverse effects. CONCLUSIONS YN could be considered as an alternative therapy in the management of UC. However, further studies are required to warrant this effect.
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- Y Deepa
- Department of Manipulative Therapy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Acupuncture and Energy Medicine, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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Mooventhan A, Vyas SC, Krishnamuthy MN. Does the article titled "Hot arm and foot bath on heart rate variability and blood pressure in healthy volunteers - needs to be verified with standard device?" Have reporting bias? J Complement Integr Med 2021; 18:873-874. [PMID: 33781009 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2020-0406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2020] [Accepted: 11/04/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Yoga and Naturopathy, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, Division of Yoga and Life Science and Head, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Fathima-Jebin M, Mooventhan A, Maheshkumar K, Manavalan N. Effect of banana leaf bath (a type of heliotherapy) on short-term heart rate variability changes in healthy individuals: A pilot study. Advances in Integrative Medicine 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2019.10.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Sharma G, Mooventhan A, Naik G, Nivethitha L. A Review on Role of Yoga in the Management of Patients with Cardiac Arrhythmias. Int J Yoga 2021; 14:26-35. [PMID: 33840974 PMCID: PMC8023436 DOI: 10.4103/ijoy.ijoy_7_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/23/2020] [Revised: 06/01/2020] [Accepted: 07/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Evidence suggests that yoga is safe and effective in improving various risk factors, quality of life (QoL), and psychological burden that is related to arrhythmia. However, this is the first-ever systematic review performed to report the role of yoga in arrhythmia. We have performed a literature search using Cochrane Library, Medline/PubMed, Web of Science Core Collection, and IndMED electronic databases up to 3, January 2018. Of 240 articles, 6 potentially eligible articles were identified and included in the review. Results showed that yoga could be considered an efficient adjuvant in reducing arrhythmia (paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, ventricular tachyarrhythmia, and palpitation) related health problems; blood pressure, heart rate, depression and anxiety scores; and in improving health-related QoL of arrhythmia patients. However, there is a lack of randomized controlled trials and a clear mechanism behind the effect of yoga; studies had relatively a small sample size and different yoga protocols.
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- Gautam Sharma
- Department of Cardiology, Center for Integrative Medicine and Research, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Research and Development, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Department of Community and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Mooventhan A, Fathima-Jebin M, Manavalan N. Effect of banana leaf bath on blood pressure, pulse rate, and its related variables in healthy individuals. Int J Cardiovasc Acad 2021. [DOI: 10.4103/ijca.ijca_20_21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Shetty GB, Jacob J, Shetty P, Mooventhan A, Aryal P, Asha BK. Effect of acupuncture on cognitive task performance of college students: a pilot study. J Complement Integr Med 2020; 18:633-636. [PMID: 34592075 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2020-0026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2020] [Accepted: 07/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Reduction in cognitive function of college students affects their academic recitation. Acupuncture is widely practiced for health promotion. Objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of acupuncture on cognitive task performance in college students. METHODS Sixty students aged 18-25 years were randomly allocated into acupuncture group (AG) (n=30) and control group (CG) (n=30). The AG underwent 20 min of acupuncture/day, while the CG underwent their normal routine for 10 days. Assessments were performed before and after the intervention. RESULTS Between-group analysis showed a significant increase in the six-letter cancellation test (SLCT) score in AG compared with CG. Within-group analysis showed a significant increase in the scores of all tests (i.e. SLCT, forward and backward Digit span test [DST]) in AG, while a significant increase in backward DST was observed in CG. CONCLUSION Acupuncture has a beneficial effect on improving the cognitive function of college students.
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- Geetha B Shetty
- Department of Nutrition and Physical Therapies, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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Mooventhan A, Ningombam R, Nivethitha L. Effect of bilateral needling at an acupuncture point, ST-36 (Zusanli) on blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes mellitus patients: A pilot randomized placebo controlled trial. J Complement Integr Med 2020; 17:jcim-2019-0100. [PMID: 32406384 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2019-0100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2019] [Accepted: 10/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background Diabetes mellitus is one of the major current public health problems. Electro-acupuncture at ST-36 showed a significant reduction in plasma glucose levels in diabetic rats. There are lacks of studies reporting its hypoglycemic effect in humans and thus, the present study was conducted to evaluate the effect of needling at ST-36 (Zusanli) on blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Methods Sixty T2DM participants were recruited and randomized into acupuncture group (n=30) and placebo control group (n=30). The participants of the acupuncture group received needling at ST-36 (one finger breadth lateral to the inferior border of the tibial tuberosity), and the participants those in the placebo control group received needling at placebo point (midpoint between the apex of the patella and tibial tuberosity). For both the groups, needles were retained for 30 min. Baseline and post-test assessments were performed prior to and after each intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 16. Results The present study showed a significant reduction in random blood glucose levels in the acupuncture group compared to the placebo control group. Conclusion This study suggests that 30 min of bilateral acupuncture needling at ST-36 with manual stimulation is effective in reducing blood glucose levels in T2DM patients.
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research and Development, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam,Chennai-600106, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam,Chennai-600106, India
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Mooventhan A, Venugopal V, Chaudari SS. Twenty minutes of gastro-hepatic pack reduces blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A pilot single group pre-post study. Advances in Integrative Medicine 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2020.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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Shathirapathiy G, Mooventhan A, Mangaiarkarasi N, Sangavi SA, Shanmugapriya V, Deenadayalan B, Gayathri A. Effect of trataka (yogic gazing) on insomnia severity and quality of sleep in people with insomnia. Explore (NY) 2020; 18:100-103. [DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2020.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2020] [Revised: 09/14/2020] [Accepted: 09/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Sharma S, Nivethitha L, Mooventhan A. Effect of Moola Bandha (Perineum Contraction), A Yogic Lock on Cognitive Functions of College Students: An Exploratory Study. J Relig Health 2020; 59:1388-1397. [PMID: 31172394 DOI: 10.1007/s10943-019-00856-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Academic performance and excellence of college students are mainly depending on their cognitive functions. The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of a yogic lock or hold, Moola bandha (perineum contraction) on cognitive functions of teacher training college students. Twenty-three healthy volunteers with the mean ± standard deviation age of 21.96 ± 1.64 years were recruited from a district institute of education and training (DIET) college, North India. All the subjects were asked to perform Moola bandha for the duration of 30 min a day (15 min in the morning and 15 min in the evening) for a period of 30 days. Assessments were taken before and after the intervention period. Results of this study showed a significant increase in the scores of d2 attention total number, digits span forward and backward test, Stroop tasks (neutral total and correct, congruent total and correct, and incongruent correct), and self-control scale along with a significant reduction in d2 attention (omission, commission, and timings), trail making text A and B duration, and positive and negative affective schedule's negative affect scores compared with its respective baseline. These results suggest that 30 min of daily practice of Moola bandha for 30 days is effective in improving the cognitive functions of teacher training college students.
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- Sakshi Sharma
- Department of Yoga Therapy, S-VYASA Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai, 600106, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai, 600106, Tamilnadu, India.
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Mooventhan A, Venugopal V, Ilavarasu J. Prevalence of modifiable risk factors associated with diabetes in indian adolescents and young adults: A pilot study. Acta Med Int 2020. [DOI: 10.4103/ami.ami_124_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Mangaiarkarasi N, Senthilkumar C, Manavalan N, Mooventhan A. Effect of yoga and naturopathy-based lifestyle modification on left ventricular ejection fraction in a patient with severe triple vessel disease: A case report. Explore (NY) 2019; 16:94-96. [PMID: 31822440 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2019.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2019] [Revised: 05/30/2019] [Accepted: 11/12/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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A 75-year-old, married man was diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) [severe triple vessel disease (TVD)] in the 2nd week, June-2018. The physician advised him to undergo conventional medication and coronary artery bypass graft. Since the patient refused to undergo surgery he was admitted in our hospital and underwent yoga and naturopathy-based lifestyle modification (YNLM) along with conventional medicines for 16 weeks [12 weeks of intensive care at inpatient department and 4 weeks at outpatient department (OPD)]. After 16 weeks, the patient visited our OPD once/twice a month for 6 months. An increase in left ventricular ejection fraction from 35 to 48%; and a reduction in weight from 77.5 to 71-kg, and BMI from 26.60 to 24-kg/m2 were observed after 6 months of follow-up compared with baseline. Thus, YNLM might be considered as an adjuvant in reducing risk factor and in improving left ventricular systolic dysfunction in patients with CAD (severe-TVD). However, further studies are required to establish the efficacy of YNLM for CAD.
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- N Mangaiarkarasi
- Department of Acupuncture and Energy Medicine, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India.
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Mooventhan A. A comprehensive review on scientific evidence-based effects (including adverse effects) of yoga for normal and high-risk pregnancy-related health problems. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2019; 23:721-727. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2019.03.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2019] [Revised: 03/12/2019] [Accepted: 03/13/2019] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Vyas SC, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Effect of hot arm and foot bath on heart rate variability and blood pressure in healthy volunteers. J Complement Integr Med 2019; 17:/j/jcim.ahead-of-print/jcim-2018-0181/jcim-2018-0181.xml. [PMID: 31415237 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2018-0181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2018] [Accepted: 03/14/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background Though hot arm and foot bath (HAFB) is widely used, a precise physiological response is not reported. Hence, the present study was conducted to evaluate the effect of HAFB on heart rate variability (HRV) and blood pressure (BP) in healthy volunteers. Materials and Methods Sixteen healthy male volunteers' aged 23.81 ± 5.27 (mean ± standard deviation) years were recruited. All the subjects underwent only one session of HAFB (104-degree Fahrenheit) for the duration of 20 min. Assessments such as Electrocardiography and BP were taken before and after the intervention. Results Results of this study showed a significant reduction in systolic-BP (SBP), diastolic-BP (DBP), mean arterial pressure (MAP), the mean of the intervals between adjacent QRS complexes or the instantaneous heart rate (RR interval), the number of interval differences of successive NN intervals greater than 50 ms (NN50), the proportion derived by dividing NN50 by the total number of NN intervals (pNN50), and high frequency (HF) band of HRV along with a significant increase in heart rate (HR), low-frequency (LF) band of HRV and LF/HF ratio compared to its baseline. Conclusions Results of this study suggest that 20 min of HAFB produce a significant increase in HR and a significant reduction in SBP, DBP, and MAP while producing parasympathetic withdrawal.
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- Samruddhi Chintaman Vyas
- Department of Yoga and Naturopathy, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA a Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, India
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- Department of Naturopathy, Government Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai-600106, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research and Development, Division of Yoga and Life Science, S-VYASA a Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Mooventhan A, Chaudhari SS, Venugopal V. Effect of cold hip bath on blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A pilot study. Diabetes Metab 2019; 46:411-412. [PMID: 31018165 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabet.2019.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2019] [Revised: 04/01/2019] [Accepted: 04/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Naturopathy, Govt. Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Yoga, Govt. Yoga and Naturopathy Medical College, Arumbakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Goley A, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Comparative study on effect of neutral spinal bath and neutral spinal spray on blood pressure, heart rate and heart rate variability in healthy volunteers. J Complement Integr Med 2018; 16:/j/jcim.ahead-of-print/jcim-2018-0118/jcim-2018-0118.xml. [PMID: 30335610 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2018-0118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Background Hydrotherapeutic applications to the head and spine have shown to improve cardiovascular and autonomic functions. There is lack of study reporting the effect of either neutral spinal bath (NSB) or neutral spinal spray (NSS). Hence, the present study was conducted to evaluate and compare the effects of both NSB and NSS in healthy volunteers. Methods Thirty healthy subjects were recruited and randomized into either neutral spinal bath group (NSBG) or neutral spinal spray group (NSSG). A single session of NSB, NSS was given for 15 min to the NSBG and NSSG, respectively. Assessments were taken before and after the interventions. Results Results of this study showed a significant reduction in low-frequency (LF) to high-frequency (HF) (LF/HF) ratio of heart rate variability (HRV) spectrum in NSBG compared with NSSG (p=0.026). Within-group analysis of both NSBG and NSSG showed a significant increase in the mean of the intervals between adjacent QRS complexes or the instantaneous heart rate (HR) (RRI) (p=0.002; p=0.009, respectively), along with a significant reduction in HR (p=0.002; p=0.004, respectively). But, a significant reduction in systolic blood pressure (SBP) (p=0.037) and pulse pressure (PP) (p=0.017) was observed in NSSG, while a significant reduction in diastolic blood pressure (DBP) (p=0.008), mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) (p=0.008) and LF/HF ratio (p=0.041) was observed in NSBG. Conclusion Results of the study suggest that 15 min of both NSB and NSS might be effective in reducing HR and improving HRV. However, NSS is particularly effective in reducing SBP and PP, while NSB is particularly effective in reducing DBP and MAP along with improving sympathovagal balance in healthy volunteers.
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- Arundhati Goley
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA), A Deemed to be University, #19, Eknath Bhavan, Gavipuram Circle, Kepegowda Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Research and Development, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA), A Deemed to be University, #19, Eknath Bhavan, Gavipuram Circle, Kepegowda Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences & Head, Department of Research and Development, Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana (S-VYASA), A Deemed to be University, #19, Eknath Bhavan, Gavipuram Circle, Kepegowda Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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Nandini B, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Add-on Effect Of Hot Sand Fomentation To Yoga On Pain, Disability, And Quality Of Life In Chronic Neck Pain Patients. Explore (NY) 2018; 14:373-378. [PMID: 30100129 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2018.01.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2017] [Revised: 01/05/2018] [Accepted: 01/05/2018] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Neck pain is one of the commonest complaints and an important public health problem across the globe. Yoga has reported to be useful for neck pain and hot sand has reported to be useful for chronic rheumatism. The present study was conducted to evaluate the add-on effect of hot sand fomentation (HSF) to yoga on pain, disability, quality of sleep (QOS) and quality of life (QOL) of the patients with non-specific neck pain. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 60 subjects with non-specific or common neck pain were recruited and randomly divided into either study group or control group. Both the groups have received yoga and sesame seed oil (Sesamum Indicum L.) application. In addition to yoga and sesame seed oil, study group received HSF for 15 min per day for 5-days. Assessments were taken prior to and after the intervention. RESULTS Results of the study showed a significant reduction in the scores of visual analogue scale for pain, neck disability index (NDI), The Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and a significant increase in physical function, physical health, emotional problem, pain, and general health both in study and control groups. However, reductions in pain and NDI along with improvement in social functions were better in the study group as compared with control group. CONCLUSION Results of this study suggest that addition of HSF to yoga provides a better reduction in pain and disability along with improvement in the social functioning of the patients with non-specific neck pain than yoga alone.
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- B Nandini
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Senior Medical Officer (Yoga), Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India; Department of Research and Development, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, & Head, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Patel NK, Nivethitha L, Mooventhan A. Effect of a Yoga Based Meditation Technique on Emotional Regulation, Self-compassion and Mindfulness in College Students. Explore (NY) 2018; 14:443-447. [PMID: 30366832 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2018.06.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2018] [Revised: 05/01/2018] [Accepted: 06/20/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Emotion regulation is often a challenge for the college students. Yoga practice has been shown to reduce stress and improve mindfulness that is related to emotion regulation. Mastering emotions technique (MEMT) is one of the yoga-based meditation techniques that are designed to control emotions among practitioners. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is no known study reporting its scientific evidence-based effects on emotion and its related variables. Thus, this study was conducted to evaluate the effect of MEMT on emotion regulation, self-compassion, and mindfulness in college students. MATERIALS AND METHODS Seventy-two subjects with the age varied from 18 to 25 years were recruited from a residential college. All the subjects underwent MEMT for the duration of 45 min a day for a period of 2 weeks. Assessments such as Emotional Regulation Questionnaire (ERQ), The Positive and Negative Affect Schedule (PANAS), Self-Compassion Scale (SCS), and Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS) were taken before and after the intervention. RESULTS Results of this study showed a significant increase in the scores of cognitive reappraisal, positive affect, self-compassion, and MAAS along with a significant reduction in the scores of negative affect, and expressive suppression after the practice of MEMT compared to its respective baseline. CONCLUSIONS Results of this study suggest that practice of MEMT is effective in improving emotion regulation, positive affects, self-compassion, and mindfulness while in reducing negative affects among college students.
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- Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
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- Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India.
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Manjuladevi T, Mooventhan A, Manjunath N. Immediate effect of hot chest pack on cardio-respiratory functions in healthy volunteers: A randomized cross-over study. Advances in Integrative Medicine 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2017.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Revadi SS, Kavitha V, Mooventhan A. Effect of yoga and naturopathy on liver, renal and cardiorespiratory functions of a patient with hepatic cirrhosis with portal hypertension and ascites: a case report. J Complement Integr Med 2018; 15:jcim-2017-0098. [PMID: 30024854 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2017-0098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2017] [Accepted: 03/25/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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A 39-year-old, married man was diagnosed with hepatic cirrhosis with portal hypertension and ascites in February 2016. His symptoms as described by him began with generalized body weakness, breathlessness and sudden weight gain of 16 kg within 3 weeks. History of regular intake of alcohol since 7 years and tremendous family stress were present. Patient underwent conventional medication for 6 months and ayurvedic medications for 4 months. In January 2017, he visited our hospital with the same complaints and underwent integrated naturopathy and yoga therapies (INYTs) for 4 weeks along with Ayurveda and conventional medications. The results of this study showed a better reduction in body weight, body mass index, abdominal girth, systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure along with improvement in breath holding time, hemoglobin level, liver function test and renal function test. It suggests that 4 weeks of INYT with Ayurveda and conventional medications was effective in patients with hepatic cirrhosis with portal hypertension and ascites. Further studies are required to warrant these results.
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- Shreya S Revadi
- Department of Yoga Therapies, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR),All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
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Jogdand R, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Effect of mud pack to eyes on psychological variables in healthy volunteers: a pilot randomized controlled trial. J Complement Integr Med 2018; 16:jcim-2016-0085. [PMID: 30020886 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2016-0085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2016] [Accepted: 05/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background Mud pack is one of the fundamental therapeutic procedures used in naturopathy to treat various diseases. There is a lack of scientific evidence for the use of mud-pack application in psychological variables. The present study aims at evaluating the effect of mud pack to eyes on psychological variables in healthy volunteers. Materials and methods Sixty healthy individuals with the age varied from 18 to 21 years were recruited and randomly divided into either mud-pack group (n=30) or wet-pack group (n=30). Mud-pack group received mud pack to eyes and wet-pack group received wet pack to eyes for a duration of 30 min/session (a total of 15 sessions). Psychological assessments like Mindful Attention Awareness Scale (MAAS), Perservative Thinking Questionnaire (PTQ) and Positive and Negative Affect Scale (PANAS) were taken before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using statistical package for the social sciences, version 16. Results Result of this study showed a significant reduction in PTQ score and PANAS negative score in both mud-pack and wet-pack groups. But, a significant increase in MAAS score was observed only in the mud-pack group, unlike wet-pack group. However, there was no significant difference found in between group analysis. Conclusions Result suggests that though both mud pack and wet pack to eyes reduced the scores of PTQ and negative affects, only mud pack to eyes increased the state of mindfulness in healthy individuals.
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- Reshma Jogdand
- Department of Yoga and Naturopathy, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, and Head, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Vijayakumar V, Mooventhan A, Raghuram N. Influence of Time of Yoga Practice and Gender Differences on Blood Glucose Levels in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Normal Healthy Adults. Explore (NY) 2018; 14:283-288. [PMID: 29803517 DOI: 10.1016/j.explore.2017.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2017] [Revised: 11/07/2017] [Accepted: 11/09/2017] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is increasing worldwide. Many studies have demonstrated the effectiveness of yoga in improving glycaemic control, whereas no studies are available showing the impact of time of practice on glucose levels. The current study explores the effect of time of yoga practice on glucose levels in community-dwelling adults with and without T2DM. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total of 189 subjects with T2DM and 121 subjects without T2DM underwent a 10-day yoga program which includes practical and theory lecture sessions for 60min every day, either in the morning or evening. Baseline and post-intervention assessments of fasting plasma glucose (FPG) were measured on day-1 and day-10, respectively. Data analysis were done using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), version 16. RESULTS Results of the study showed that in individuals with T2DM, a significantly higher reduction in FPG was observed while practicing yoga in the evening sessions than in the morning sessions. Likewise, a significant reduction in FPG was observed only in women who practiced yoga in the evening than in the morning, in non-diabetic healthy individuals, while the reduction was not statistically significant in men. CONCLUSION Results of this study suggest that reduction in FPG level was better while practicing yoga in evening than morning. Similarly, women had a better reduction in blood glucose level than men.
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- Venugopal Vijayakumar
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India; Department of Yoga and Physical Activity, Madras Diabetes Research Foundation (MDRF), Chennai, Tamilnadu, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Shetty GB, Shetty B, Mooventhan A. Efficacy of Acupuncture in the Management of Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2018; 11:153-158. [PMID: 29654840 DOI: 10.1016/j.jams.2018.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2017] [Revised: 03/28/2018] [Accepted: 04/04/2018] [Indexed: 10/17/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Dysmenorrhea constitutes one of the most frequent disorders in women of a fertile age. The present study was conducted to evaluate the efficacy of acupuncture in the management of primary dysmenorrhea. MATERIALS AND METHODS Sixty females aged 17-23 years were randomly assigned to either a study group or a control group. The study group received acupuncture for the duration of 20 minutes/day, for 15 days/month, for the period of 90 days. The control group did not receive acupuncture for the same period. Baseline, during, and post assessments of both the groups were taken on day 1; day 30 and day 60; and day 90, respectively. Statistical analysis was performed by repeated measures of analysis of variance followed by post hoc analysis with Bonferroni adjustment for multiple comparisons, independent samples t test for visual analog scale score, and Mann-Whitney U test for rest of the variables using statistical package for the social sciences, version 16. RESULTS This study showed a significant reduction in all the variables such as the visual analog scale score for pain, menstrual cramps, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, faint, mood changes, tiredness, nausea, and vomiting in the study group compared with those in the control group. CONCLUSION Acupuncture could be considered as an effective treatment modality for the management of primary dysmenorrhea.
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- Geetha B Shetty
- Department of Acupuncture, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Biochemistry, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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- Senior Medical Officer (Yoga), Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India.
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Nagasukeerthi P, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Corrigendum to "Short-term effect of add on bell pepper (Capsicum annuum var. grossum) juice with integrated approach of yoga therapy on blood glucose levels and cardiovascular functions in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized controlled study." [Comp. Ther. Med. 34 (2017) 42-45]. Complement Ther Med 2018; 37:185. [PMID: 29609932 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2017.11.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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- Padakandla Nagasukeerthi
- Department of Yoga and Naturopathy, The School of Yoga and Naturopathic Medicine, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Vijayakumar V, Shankar NR, Mavathur R, Mooventhan A, Anju S, Manjunath NK. Diet enriched with fresh coconut decreases blood glucose levels and body weight in normal adults. J Complement Integr Med 2018; 15:/j/jcim.ahead-of-print/jcim-2017-0097/jcim-2017-0097.xml. [PMID: 29461972 DOI: 10.1515/jcim-2017-0097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2017] [Accepted: 01/05/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Background
There exist controversies about the health effects of coconut. Fresh coconut consumption on human health has not been studied substantially. Fresh coconut consumption is a regular part of the diet for many people in tropical countries like India, and thus there is an increasing need to understand the effects of fresh coconut on various aspects of health.
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To compare the effects of increased saturated fatty acid (SFA) and fiber intake, provided by fresh coconut, versus monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) and fiber intake, provided by a combination of groundnut oil and groundnuts, on anthropometry, serum insulin, glucose levels and blood pressure in healthy adults.
Materials
Eighty healthy volunteers, randomized into two groups, were provided with a standardized diet along with either 100 g fresh coconut or an equivalent amount of groundnuts and groundnut oil for a period of 90 days. Assessments such as anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, blood sugar and insulin levels were performed before and after the supplementation period.
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Results of this study showed a significant reduction in fasting blood sugar (FBS) in both the groups. However, a significant reduction in body weight was observed in the coconut group, while a significant increase in diastolic pressure was observed in the groundnut group.
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Results of this study suggest that fresh coconut-added diet helps reduce blood glucose levels and body weight in normal healthy individuals.
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Department of Yoga, Center for Integrative Medicine and Research (CIMR), New Delhi, India.,Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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- S-VYASA University, and MD, Diet and Weight Management Health Centre, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, Bengaluru, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, and Head, Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka,India
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Ilavarasu J, Vijayakumar V, Mooventhan A. Guidelines for ayush and non-AYUSH researchers for designing and reporting research studies. Anc Sci Life 2018. [DOI: 10.4103/asl.asl_54_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Das SV, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. A Study on Immediate Effect of Cold Abdominal Pack on Blood Glucose Level and Cardiovascular Functions in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. J Clin Diagn Res 2018. [DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2018/29561.11328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Nivethitha L, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK, Bathala L, Sharma VK. Cerebrovascular Hemodynamics During the Practice of Bhramari Pranayama, Kapalbhati and Bahir-Kumbhaka: An Exploratory Study. Appl Psychophysiol Biofeedback 2017; 43:87-92. [DOI: 10.1007/s10484-017-9387-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Mooventhan A. A narrative review on role of Yoga as an adjuvant in the management of risk factor, disease progression and the complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes Metab Syndr 2017; 11 Suppl 1:S343-S346. [PMID: 28283397 DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2017.03.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/27/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is one of the major health problems in the world as well as in India that greatly affects the health care sector and economy. Use of drugs has its own drawbacks and in recent days the use of non-medical measures were reported not only to manage T2DM, but also to prevent its complications. Through there are various review articles that are dealing with the effect of Yoga on risk profiles, management along with the mechanisms of action of yoga in T2DM separately, there is a lack of comprehensive review on the effect of Yoga in combination with all the above mentioned including the effect of Yoga in the management of T2DM complications. Hence, we performed a narrative review in Medline/PubMed using keyword "Yoga and diabetes". All the relevant articles published till 08th November 2016 were included. Based on the available literature, it could be concluded that Yoga plays a vital role as an adjuvant in the management of risk factors, disease progression and the complications of the T2DM. Further studies are warranted using standard research designs and variables to find out the various mechanisms of effects of Yoga in detail.
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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Nagasukeerthi P, Mooventhan A, Manjunath N. Short-term effect of add on bell pepper ( Capsicum annuum var. grossum ) juice with integrated approach of yoga therapy on blood glucose levels and cardiovascular functions in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A randomized controlled study. Complement Ther Med 2017; 34:42-45. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ctim.2017.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2017] [Revised: 07/24/2017] [Accepted: 07/27/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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Mooventhan A, Shetty GB. Effect of Integrative Naturopathy and Yoga in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis Associated with Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension. Anc Sci Life 2017; 36:163-166. [PMID: 28867861 PMCID: PMC5566828 DOI: 10.4103/asl.asl_80_16] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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A 54-year old married woman was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2002, essential hypertension in 2008, type-2 diabetes in 2011 and gangrene over 2nd toe of right foot. She underwent conventional management in private hospitals. Her symptoms, began with moderate to severe pain associated with swelling, stiffness (more in the morning) in multiple joints especially over small joints. In July-2014 she visited our college hospital with the complaints of pain, mild swelling and stiffness over multiple joints associated with poor quality of sleep (QOS) and quality of life (QOL). Subject received integrative Naturopathy and Yoga therapies (INYT) with conventional medicine daily for 10-days. After 10-days, improvements in pain, blood sugar, depression, anxiety, stress, QOS, QOL, blood analysis with normal blood pressure (BP) was observed. This suggests that INYT could be considered as an adjuvant to conventional medicine in RA associated with type-2 diabetes and essential hypertension.
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Acupuncture, S.D.M. College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karnataka, India
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Mooventhan A, Nivethitha L. Evidence based effects of yoga in neurological disorders. J Clin Neurosci 2017; 43:61-67. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jocn.2017.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/06/2017] [Accepted: 05/22/2017] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Kumar R, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Immediate Effect of Needling at CV-12 (Zhongwan) Acupuncture Point on Blood Glucose Level in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Pilot Randomized Placebo-Controlled Trial. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2017; 10:240-244. [PMID: 28889840 DOI: 10.1016/j.jams.2017.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2017] [Revised: 06/02/2017] [Accepted: 06/06/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Diabetes mellitus is a major global health problem. Needling at CV-12 has reduced blood glucose level in diabetic rats. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of needling at CV-12 (Zhongwan) on blood glucose level in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty T2DM patients were recruited and randomized into either the acupuncture group or placebo control group. The participants in the acupuncture group were needled at CV-12 (4 cun above the center of the umbilicus), and those in the placebo control group were needled at a placebo point on the right side of the abdomen (1 cun beside the CV-12). For both groups, the needle was retained for 30 minutes. Assessments were performed prior to and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 16. RESULTS There was a significant reduction in random blood glucose level in the acupuncture group compared to baseline. No such significant change was observed in the placebo control group. CONCLUSION The result of this study suggests that 30 minutes of needling at CV-12 might be useful in reducing blood glucose level in patients with T2DM.
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- Ranjan Kumar
- Department of Yoga and Naturopathy, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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Nivethitha L, Mooventhan A, Manjunath N. A pilot study on evaluating cardiovascular functions during the practice of Bahir Kumbhaka (external breath retention). Advances in Integrative Medicine 2017. [DOI: 10.1016/j.aimed.2017.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pranayama techniques are known to produce variable physiological effects on the body. We evaluated the effect of the two commonly practiced Pranayama techniques on cerebral hemodynamics. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifteen healthy male volunteers, trained in Yoga and Pranayama, were included in the study. Mean age was 24 years (range 22-32 years). Study participants performed 2 Pranayamas in 2 different orders. Order 1 (n = 7) performed Bhastrika (bellows breaths) followed by Kumbhaka (breath retention) while order 2 (n = 8) performed Kumbhaka followed by Bhastrika. Both breathing techniques were performed for 1 min each. Continuous transcranial Doppler (TCD) monitoring was performed during the breathing techniques. TCD parameters that were recorded included peak systolic velocity (PSV), end-diastolic velocity (EDV), mean flow velocity (MFV), and pulsatility index (PI) of the right middle cerebral artery at baseline, 15, 30, 45, and 60 s. RESULTS Significant reductions in EDV (3.67 ± 6.48; P < 0.001) and MFV (22.00 ± 7.30; P < 0.001) with a significant increase in PI (2.43 ± 0.76; P < 0.001) were observed during Bhastrika. On the contrary, a significant increase in PSV (65.27 ± 13.75; P < 0.001), EDV (28.67 ± 12.03; P < 0.001), and MFV (43.67 ± 12.85; P < 0.001) with a significant reduction in PI (0.89 ± 0.28; P < 0.01) was observed only during Kumbhaka. CONCLUSION Bhastrika and Kumbhaka practices of Pranayama produce considerable and opposing effects on cerebral hemodynamic parameters. Our findings may play a potential role in designing the Pranayama techniques according to patients' requirements.
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- L Nivethitha
- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurology, Cauvery Medical Centre, Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Neurology, National University Hospital, Singapore
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Bhargav H, Srinivasan TM, Bista S, Mooventhan A, Suresh V, Hankey A, Nagendra HR. Acute effects of mobile phone radiations on subtle energy levels of teenagers using electrophotonic imaging technique: A randomized controlled study. Int J Yoga 2017; 10:16-23. [PMID: 28149063 PMCID: PMC5225739 DOI: 10.4103/0973-6131.186163] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background: Mobile phones induce radio frequency electromagnetic field (RF-EMF) which has been found to affect subtle energy levels of adults through Electrophotonic Imaging (EPI) technique in a previous pilot study. Materials and Methods: We enrolled 61 healthy right-handed healthy teenagers (22 males and 39 females) in the age range of 17.40 ± 0.24 years from educational institutes in Bengaluru. Subjects were randomly divided into two groups: (1) (mobile phone in ON mode [MPON] at right ear) and (2) mobile phone in OFF mode (MPOF). Subtle energy levels of various organs of the subjects were measured using gas discharge visualization Camera Pro device, in double-blind conditions, at two points of time: (1) baseline and (2) after 15 min of MPON/MPOF exposure. As the data were found normally distributed, paired and independent samples t-test were applied to perform within and between group comparisons, respectively. Results: The subtle energy levels were significantly reduced after RF-EMF exposure in MPON group as compared to MPOF group for following areas: (a) Pancreas (P = 0.001), (b) thyroid gland (P = 0.002), (c) cerebral cortex (P < 0.01), (d) cerebral vessels (P < 0.05), (e) hypophysis (P = 0.013), (f) left ear and left eye (P < 0.01), (g) liver (P < 0.05), (h) right kidney (P < 0.05), (i) spleen (P < 0.04), and (j) immune system (P < 0.02). Conclusion: Fifteen minutes of RF-EMF exposure exerted quantifiable effects on subtle energy levels of endocrine glands, nervous system, liver, kidney, spleen, and immune system of healthy teenagers. Future studies should try to correlate these findings with respective biochemical markers and standard radio-imaging techniques.
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- Hemant Bhargav
- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Physical Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Physical Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Division of Yoga and Life Sciences, S-VYASA Yoga University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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More than 50% of the elderly above 60 years of age suffer from chronic medical conditions, the prevalence of which increases with age. Though Yoga has been reported as an effective modality in improving various physical and psychological aspects of elderly populations, a comprehensive review of Yoga and its effects on various health related problems of elderly populations has not yet been reported. Hence, we performed PubMed/Medline search to review relevant articles, using keyword "yoga and elderly". Relevant articles published since inception till 6th October 2016 were included for the review. Based on the available scientific literature, this review suggests that the regular practice of Yoga can be considered as an effective intervention in improving physical (reduces heart rate, blood pressure, blood glucose, oxidative damage, fatigue, weakness, fear of fall, and improve heart rate variability, baroreflex sensitivity, insulin sensitivity, physical functions, mobility, flexibility, and urinary incontinence), mental (reduces depression, anxiety), emotional (reduces anger, stress, tension and improve self-efficacy), social (improve life satisfaction), and vital (improved vitality) planes of elderly individuals, offering a better quality of sleep and quality of life.
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- A Mooventhan
- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, #19, Eknath Bhavan, Kavipuram Circle, Kempegowda Nagar, Bengaluru, 560019, Karnataka, India.
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, #19, Eknath Bhavan, Kavipuram Circle, Kempegowda Nagar, Bengaluru, 560019, Karnataka, India
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Background: Yoga is an ancient Indian science as well as the way of life. Pranayama is one of the most important yogic practices. Bhramari pranayama was shown to produce a reduction in blood pressure after the practice and thus reported to produce parasympathetic activity. However, there are no known studies reported the heart rate variability (HRV) changes either during or after the practice of Bhramari. Hence, this study aims at evaluating the HRV changes during and after the practice. Materials and Methods: Sixteen (9 males, 7 females) healthy volunteers with the mean ± standard deviation age of 23.50 ± 3.01 years were recruited. All the subjects performed Bhramari pranayama for the duration of 5 min. Assessments were taken before, during, and immediately after the practice of pranayama. Statistical analysis was performed using students paired samples t-test, Wilcoxon signed-ranks test and repeated measures of analysis of variance and Post-hoc analysis with Bonferroni adjustment for multiple comparisons. Results: Results of this study showed a significant increase in HR and low frequency spectrum of HRV and a significant reduction in high frequency spectrum of HRV during the practice of Bhramari which revert to normal after the practice. Conclusion: Results of this study suggests that there might be a parasympathetic withdrawal during the practice of Bhramari. However, further studies are required to warrant the findings of this study.
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- L Nivethitha
- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Mohanty S, Mooventhan A, Manjunath NK. Effect of Needling at CV-12 (Zhongwan) on Blood Glucose Levels in Healthy Volunteers: A Pilot Randomized Placebo Controlled Trial. J Acupunct Meridian Stud 2016; 9:307-310. [PMID: 28010832 DOI: 10.1016/j.jams.2016.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2016] [Revised: 08/20/2016] [Accepted: 08/24/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Acupuncture, a key part of traditional Chinese medicine, is used to relieve symptoms of diabetes mellitus. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of needling CV-12 (Zhongwan) on blood glucose levels in healthy volunteers. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-six individuals were recruited and randomized into either the acupuncture group or the placebo control group. The participants in the acupuncture group were needled at CV-12 (4 cun above the center of the umbilicus), and those in the placebo control group were needled at a nonexisting "sham" point on the right side of the abdomen (1 cun beside the CV-12)-a nonacupuncture point. For both groups, the needle was retained for 20 minutes without stimulation. Assessments were performed prior to and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, version 16. RESULTS The result of this study showed a mild reduction in random blood glucose (RBG) levels in the acupuncture group and a mild increase in RBG levels in the placebo control group. However, these changes were not statistically significant both within and between groups. CONCLUSION The result of this study suggests that although 20 minutes of needling at CV-12 without stimulation produced a mild reduction in RBG levels in healthy volunteers, it did not produce a statistically significant result.
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- Sriloy Mohanty
- Department of Naturopathy, S-VYASA University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
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OBJECTIVE Ice massage (IM) is one of the treatment procedures used in hydrotherapy. Though its various physiological/therapeutic effects have been reported, effects of IM of the head and spine on heart rate variability (HRV) have not been studied. Thus, this study evaluated the effects of IM of the head and spine on HRV in healthy volunteers. METHODS Thirty subjects were randomly divided into 3 sessions: (1) IM, (2) tap water massage (TWM) and (3) prone rest (PR). Heart rate (HR) and HRV were assessed before and after each intervention session. RESULTS A significant increase in the mean of the intervals between adjacent QRS complexes or the instantaneous HR (RRI), square root of mean of sum of squares of differences between adjacent normal to normal (NN) intervals (RMSSD), number of interval differences of successive NN intervals greater than 50 milliseconds (NN50), proportion derived by dividing NN50 by total number of NN intervals along with significant reduction in HR after IM session; significant increase in RRI along with significant reduction in HR after TWM, and a significant increase only in RMSSD after PR were observed. However, there was no significant difference between the sessions. CONCLUSION Results of this study suggest that 20 min of IM of the head and spine is effective in reducing HR and improving HRV through vagal dominance in healthy volunteers.
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- A Mooventhan
- Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences and Hospital, Ujire-574240, Karnataka, India
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- Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhana Samsthana University, Bengaluru-560019, Karnataka, India
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Bhargav H, N K M, Varambally S, Mooventhan A, Bista S, Singh D, Chhabra H, Venkatasubramanian G, T M S, H R N. Acute effects of 3G mobile phone radiations on frontal haemodynamics during a cognitive task in teenagers and possible protective value of Om chanting. Int Rev Psychiatry 2016; 28:288-98. [PMID: 27266893 DOI: 10.1080/09540261.2016.1188784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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Mobile phone induced electromagnetic field (MPEMF) as well as chanting of Vedic mantra 'OM' has been shown to affect cognition and brain haemodynamics, but findings are still inconclusive. Twenty right-handed healthy teenagers (eight males and 12 females) in the age range of 18.25 ± 0.44 years were randomly divided into four groups: (1) MPONOM (mobile phone 'ON' followed by 'OM' chanting); (2) MPOFOM (mobile phone 'OFF' followed by 'OM' chanting); (3) MPONSS (mobile phone 'ON' followed by 'SS' chanting); and (4) MPOFSS (mobile phone 'OFF' followed by 'SS' chanting). Brain haemodynamics during Stroop task were recorded using a 64-channel fNIRS device at three points of time: (1) baseline, (2) after 30 min of MPON/OF exposure, and (3) after 5 min of OM/SS chanting. RM-ANOVA was applied to perform within- and between-group comparisons, respectively. Between-group analysis revealed that total scores on incongruent Stroop task were significantly better after OM as compared to SS chanting (MPOFOM vs MPOFSS), pre-frontal activation was significantly lesser after OM as compared to SS chanting in channel 13. There was no significant difference between MPON and MPOF conditions for Stroop performance, as well as brain haemodynamics. These findings need confirmation through a larger trial in future.
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- Hemant Bhargav
- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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- b Department of Psychiatry , National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) , Bangalore , India
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- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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- b Department of Psychiatry , National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) , Bangalore , India
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- b Department of Psychiatry , National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) , Bangalore , India
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- a Anvesana Research Laboratories, Division of Yoga and Life Sciences , S-VYASA Yoga University , Bangalore , India
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Shetty P, Mooventhan A, Nagendra HR. Does short-term lemon honey juice fasting have effect on lipid profile and body composition in healthy individuals? J Ayurveda Integr Med 2016; 7:11-3. [PMID: 27297504 PMCID: PMC4910284 DOI: 10.1016/j.jaim.2016.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2015] [Revised: 05/10/2015] [Accepted: 05/18/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Fasting is one of the fundamental treatments of naturopathy. Use of lemon and honey for various medicinal purposes were documented since ancient days but there is a lack of evidence on short-term effects of lemon honey juice fasting (LHJF). Hence, we aim at evaluating the short-term effect of LHJF on lipid profile and body composition in healthy individuals. A total of 50 healthy subjects were recruited and they received 300-ml of LHJ, 4 times a day for four successive days of fasting. Assessments were performed before and after the intervention. Statistical analysis was performed by student's paired t-test with the use of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version-16. Our study showed significant reduction in weight, body mass index (BMI), fat mass (FM), free FM (FFM), and total serum triglycerides (TSTGs) with insignificant reduction in fat percentage and total serum cholesterol compared to baseline. Within group analysis of females showed similar results, unlike males. Our results suggest that LHJF may be useful for reduction of body weight, BMI, FM, FFM, and TSTG in healthy individuals, which might be useful for the prevention of obesity and hypertriglyceridemia.
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- Prashanth Shetty
- Department of Nutrition and Herbology, SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences and Hospital, Ujire, India
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- Department of Research and Development, S-VYASA University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
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