Abstract Title:

Yoga as a treatment for binge eating disorder: a preliminary study.

Abstract Source:

Complement Ther Med. 2009 Aug;17(4):196-202. Epub 2009 Jun 13. PMID: 19632546

Abstract Author(s):

Shane McIver, Paul O'Halloran, Michael McGartland

Abstract:

OBJECTIVE: To examine the efficacy of a 12-week yoga program aimed at reducing binge eating severity. DESIGN: A randomised trial was undertaken assigning participants to yoga (n=45) or wait-list control (n=45) groups. Of these, 25 in each group were analysed. PARTICIPANTS: A community-based sample of women between 25 and 63 years of age who identified with diagnostic criteria for binge eating disorder (BED) and a BMI>25 were recruited for the study. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES: Primary outcomes included the Binge Eating Scale (BES) and International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ). Secondary outcomes comprised measures for BMI, hips and waist. RESULTS: For the yoga group, self-reported reductions in binge eating and increases in physical activity were statistically significant. Small yet statistically significant reductions for BMI, hips and waist measurement were obtained. The wait-list control group did not improve significantly on any measures. CONCLUSION: In conjunction with formal weekly sessions, home-based yoga programs are potentially efficacious for the treatment of binge eating.

 

Study Type : Human Study
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Therapeutic Actions : Yoga : CK(3023) : AC(409)

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