Ayurveda: Diet & Lifestyle Management Study

We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to invite you to participate in a 12-week online study designed to help individuals with Type 2 Diabetes manage their condition through holistic diet &  lifestyle strategies. Our study, a collaborative effort between The Family Health Centers in Western North Carolina and Maharishi International University in Iowa, is crafted to support your diabetes care alongside your existing treatment plans.

Find the study pre-enrollment link here.

What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is an ancient system of natural healing, a 6,000-year-old science of life, that emphasizes physical and mental balance through personalized dietary and lifestyle practices and works as a preventative and complementary approach to disease management. In this study, we integrate these Ayurvedic principles with modern diabetes care to offer you practical, everyday solutions for better health.

About the Study.

Managing Type 2 Diabetes can be challenging, especially for those who seek sustainable, integrative strategies that respect various cultural traditions. Through this study, you will follow a structured program combining a personalized dietary plan with specific physical activity and relaxation practices tailored to your needs. Our goal is to help you approach your diabetes more holistically, improve blood sugar levels, manage body weight, reduce disease-related stress, and enhance your overall well-being, all while being reimbursed for your participation.

What’s In It for You?

• Personalized Health Solutions: Receive practical, tailored advice that complements your existing diabetes care at The Family Health Centers. 
• Flexible Online Program: Enjoy a program designed to fit seamlessly into your daily routine.
• Expert Support: Benefit from continuous guidance from a dedicated team of professionals.

What Will You Do?

• Follow a structured program featuring dietary advice, specific yoga & breathing exercises.
• Attend virtual sessions, follow tutorials, and complete easy-to-follow surveys to track your progress.

How to Get Started?

If you are interested in learning more or believe you may qualify, you can:

• Register: Review the flyer below and scan the “Register Now” QR code to begin the Pre-Eligibility Screening Process.  Pre-Eligibility Screening Process also available at this link.
• Contact Us: Text Dr. Stephens at 828-768-8139 OR Vaidya Amandeep at 641-470-1318 for further information.
• Email: Reach out to akaurnegi@miu.edu with the subject – ‘Diabetes Research Inquiry’.

Please note that participation in this educational research study is entirely voluntary, and all information will be managed securely in a HIPAA-compliant manner.