期刊名称：International Journal of Basic & Applied Physiology
印刷版ISSN：2320-172X
出版年度：2012
期号：1
页码：120-122
语种：English
出版社：Society of Basic & Applied Physiology
摘要：Yoga practice reduces psychological stress and improves antioxidant level by decreasing sympathetic activity and oxidative stress. To counteract harmful effects of reactive oxygen species, the body produces various antioxidant enzymes. As reports are scanty regarding this topic, the study is designed to appraise the role of yoga in maintaining antioxidant status. Method: The study was conducted on fifty adult males(age-25-40 yrs) who were divided into two groups-a yoga(n=25) and a control (n=25) .The yoga group was trained in yoga for 6 months. The yoga schedule consist of prayers, asanas, pranayama and meditation. The control group was not involved in any type of physical exercise. Blood samples were collected in fasting condition of both groups. Superoxide dismutase and glutathione reductase levels were estimated spectrophotometrically. Results: There was statistically significant increase in levels of superoxide dismutase and glutathione reductase in yoga group as compared to control. Interpretation &Conclusion: Yoga improves the antioxidant levels. Yoga has therapeutic, preventive and protective effects by decreasing oxidative stress. The clinical relevance is that yoga practice can be used to maintain the antioxidant defense system under stressful conditions.
