Exploring the Synergy Between Yogic Lifestyle and Nutritional Patterns: A Research-Based Analysis of Holistic Approaches to Health and Wellness

Abstract

The research examines the synergistic effect of a disciplined yogic life and a Sattvic-based dietary regimen on overall health outcomes. The trial was a randomized controlled 12-week study among 160 adults, with equal numbers allocated to an intervention group and a control group. The intervention included daily yoga exercises, pranayama, meditation, and a Sattvic diet that focused on vegetable-based, nutrient-dense foods. Data were collected on anthropometric measures, fasting glucose, lipid profile, inflammatory biomarkers, psychometrics, and dietary intake. Outcomes showed dramatic improvements in the intervention group, including BMI (–8.45%), fasting glucose (–14.5%), HbA1c (–11.9%), LDL cholesterol (–18.5%), and CRP (–39.6%) reductions, as well as large increases in HDL cholesterol (↑13.3%). Psychological well-being showed substantial improvement with decreased perceived stress scores, improved sleep quality, and improved WHO-5 well-being scores. Nutrient adequacy, and the intakes of fibre, omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and protein showed significant increases. The outcomes of the current study show that the joint use of yoga and the method of systematic nutrition control improves the metabolism balance, psychological health, and the quality of nutrition, which proves its use as an integrative method of health promotion and disease prevention.