What the trial studied
The NMB Trial was a multicentre cluster-randomised controlled trial in India that followed people with prediabetes and assessed progression to diagnosed diabetes. The intervention was a sustained yoga-based lifestyle programme rather than occasional classes.
That distinction matters when interpreting the result. The finding supports further consideration of structured lifestyle intervention; it should not be reduced to the claim that any amount of yoga prevents diabetes.
What to do with a prediabetes result
Prediabetes is an opportunity to review blood sugar, food habits, activity, sleep and other relevant factors with a clinician. If you choose a yoga-based programme, keep routine monitoring so changes in blood sugar can be assessed over time.
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