Can yoga and breathing curb emotional eating? a new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT07738263

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Pamukkale University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Summary

This study tests two 8-week programs in women with overweight or obesity: one focusing on body awareness through yoga, breathing, and relaxation, and the other on mind-based techniques like psychoeducation and cognitive awareness. The goal is to see if these approaches can improve heart rate variability, reduce emotional eating, and boost psychological well-being. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two programs, and outcomes are measured before and after the intervention.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Body-based regulation program (breathing awareness, yoga, auricular stimulation, relaxation) and mind-based regulation program (psychoeducation, cognitive-emotional awareness)
What this could lead to: If effective, these programs could offer drug-free ways to help women with overweight or obesity manage stress, emotional eating, and heart health.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The programs require time and commitment, and benefits may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Emotional Eating Obesity obesity disorder Overweight Psychological Well-Being

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OVERWEIGHT AND/OR OBESITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Pamukkale University, Faculty of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Exercise and Obesity Unit

Denizli, Turkey (Türkiye)

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