Introduction and Objective: Diabetes mellitus represents a major global health challenge, affecting approximately 830 million individuals and leading to serious morbidity. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of yoga as an adjunct therapy in the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) .Specifically, we assessed whether a structured yoga program could improve metabolic parameters-including HbA1c, weight, BMI, and lipid profile as well as overall well-being in adults aged 50 years and older with T2DM. Methods: This prospective, single-group interventional study was conducted at the Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders Center in Shelby Township, Michigan, between June 12 and September 4, 2023. A total of 23 adults aged 50+ with T2DM (HbA1c ≥ 6.5%) were enrolled. Key exclusion criteria included prior yoga practice and serious underlying health conditions that precluded participation in physical exercise. Participants engaged in five yoga sessions per week and attended seven educational seminars over a 12-week period. Metabolic parameters were assessed at baseline and at week 12. Statistical analyses were performed using paired t-tests and Wilcoxon signed-rank tests. Results: Of the 23 enrolled participants, 12 completed the study, yielding a retention rate of 52%. Statistically significant reductions were observed in weight (p=0.024), BMI (p=0.043), and total cholesterol (p=0.036). HbA1c levels decreased from 6.74% to 6.47%, however, this change did not reach statistical significance (p=0.10). Patient-reported wellness assessments demonstrated improvements in sleep quality and overall well-being. Conclusion: A structured yoga program was associated with significant improvements in weight, BMI, and total cholesterol among adults with T2DM. Although the reduction in HbA1c was not statistically significant, improvements in metabolic health and well-being suggest that yoga may serve as a beneficial adjunct therapy in diabetes management. Larger, controlled studies are warranted to evaluate long-term outcomes. Disclosure S. Khanna: None. A. Verma: None. E. Arshad: None. S. Ahmed: None.
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