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Research Paper | Yoga and Meditation | Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026 | Pages: 366 - 371 | India
Impact of Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation on Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalances in Women: A Correlational Study
Abstract: Hormones play a vital role in the health of a woman and an imbalance in these hormones can cause several pathological conditions which can deprive her of her quality of life. Irregular menstural cycle, improper diet, stress, unhealthy lifestyles and use of drugs have been identified as some of the major causes for hormonal imbalances in women. These imbalances are symptomatic in majority of the female, most common symptoms being mood swings, fatigue and headache. This study aims to find out the effect of practices like yoga and meditation on symptoms of hormonal imbalance in females aged between 20-60 years. A correlational and interview method was used to collect data from females of this age group practicing yoga, pranayama and meditation in Muscat, Oman. A specially designed questionnaire was used for data collection and a total of 50 females who have been practicing yoga, pranayama and meditation have participated in the study.
Keywords: Effects of yoga, Effects of pranayama, Effects of meditation, Hormonal Imbalance in Women, Managing Stress, Homeostasis, Holistic wellbeing
How to Cite?: Divya Nair, "Impact of Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation on Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalances in Women: A Correlational Study", Volume 15 Issue 7, July 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 366-371, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26704190212, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26704190212