HEARTFULNESS MEDITATION AS A COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY FOR GLYCEMIC CONTROL IN ADULTS

Abstract

Background: Heartfulness Meditation presents a supportive, holistic approach to assist adults in managing glycaemic levels, improving quality of life, and potentially enhancing the effectiveness of standard diabetes care. In countries like India, rural diabetes prevalence is around 8% to 12%. Objective: To assess the effectiveness of heartfulness meditation on random blood sugar among adults in rural areas. Methods: A randomized controlled trial with 139 healthy adults from rural areas were recruited into the study and control groups. The intervention was carried out for 12 months with every 3 months of follow-up. Participants from both groups were analyzed for random blood sugar level by using a glucometer before and after the intervention. Results: The study shows that the comparisons of the mean score of random blood sugar before and after intervention indicate a significant difference in the study group, as p < 0.0001 at post-intervention 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, whereas the control group shows a non-significant difference. Conclusion: Heartfulness meditation, when practiced consistently, can effectively manage blood sugar levels in adults, potentially serving as a complementary approach to traditional medical treatments.