Effect of Yoga and Walking on Glycemic Control for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Background: A daily habit of yogic practice or walking, along with an oral hypoglycemic agent (OHA) could be beneficial for better control of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to find out the efficiency of yoga or walking on glycemic control in T2DM.

Methodology: The present systematic review and meta-analysis were completed according to the PRISMA guidelines.

Prevalence of Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency among Patients with Diabetes Mellitus in India.

Aims: We aimed to assess the prevalence of pancreatic exocrine insufficiency (PEI) in Indian patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) or type 2 diabetes (T2D) using a unique diagnostic criterion.

Methods: This multicenter study included patients aged ≥18 years with diabetes for at least 5 years. The sociodemographic characteristics, lifestyle habits, and clinical characteristics of patients were assessed.