Research Article
Time as a Regulator of Health: Re-examining Human Biological Rhythms Through Ayurvedic Chronophysiology
Prabhanshu Gupta*
,
Prajakta Korde,
Abhinay Agrawal
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2026
Pages:
38-43
Received:
24 February 2026
Accepted:
9 March 2026
Published:
27 July 2026
Abstract: Time is a fundamental determinant of physiological regulation, yet its role in maintaining health is often underappreciated in contemporary biomedical practice. Modern chronobiology has established that intrinsic biological rhythms, particularly circadian rhythms, govern essential physiological processes, including sleep–wake cycles, endocrine secretion, metabolism, immune function, and cognitive performance. Disruption of these temporal rhythms is closely associated with the development of metabolic disorders, cardiovascular diseases, immune dysfunction, and other chronic health conditions. Long before the emergence of modern chronobiology, Ayurveda recognized Kala (time) as a dynamic regulatory principle influencing physiological equilibrium, adaptation, and health maintenance. This narrative review explores the concept of biological rhythms through the framework of Ayurvedic chronophysiology by integrating classical Ayurvedic concepts with contemporary scientific evidence. Relevant Ayurvedic principles, including Kala, Dinacharya (daily regimen), Ritucharya (seasonal regimen), and Agni (metabolic and digestive function), are critically examined alongside current knowledge in chronobiology, circadian physiology, and metabolic science. Comparative analysis demonstrates substantial conceptual convergence between Ayurvedic temporal principles and modern circadian biology, particularly regarding the temporal regulation of metabolism, endocrine activity, immune responses, and behavioral adaptation. The findings suggest that Ayurveda provides a comprehensive temporal framework that complements contemporary chronobiological research and offers valuable perspectives for optimizing physiological homeostasis. Integrating Ayurvedic chronophysiological principles with modern biomedical understanding may enhance preventive healthcare, facilitate personalized therapeutic approaches, and contribute to the development of chrono medicine-based strategies for improving long-term health outcomes.
Abstract: Time is a fundamental determinant of physiological regulation, yet its role in maintaining health is often underappreciated in contemporary biomedical practice. Modern chronobiology has established that intrinsic biological rhythms, particularly circadian rhythms, govern essential physiological processes, including sleep–wake cycles, endocrine secr...
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Research Article
Sociodemographic Profile and Recency of HIV Infections of Newly Diagnosed HIV-seropositives of a Rural Tertiary Hospital in South-south, Nigeria
Gbolagade Morufu Adewuyi*,
Bolanle Toyin Adewuyi
Issue:
Volume 11, Issue 3, September 2026
Pages:
44-51
Received:
24 September 2026
Accepted:
5 October 2026
Published:
23 October 2026
DOI:
10.11648/j.ijidt.20261103.12
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Abstract: HIV infection is still a leading global health concern. At the end of 2023, there were about 39.9 million PLHIV; 38.6 million adults of 15 years or older. Fifty-three percent of all these PLHIV were women and girls. About 5.4 million people did not know that they were living with HIV in 2023. Identifying and keeping track of new HIV infections is important in determining the effectiveness, efficiency and impact of HIV/AIDS control programs. This study aimed at determining the incidence of HIV and sociodemographically characterized the newly diagnosed in the study area. 190 new HIV positives were recruited. Excluded were known HIV positives. Recency test was done using limiting antigen avidity recency assay. Data were collected using laboratory records and a structured-questionnaire. 190 out of the 3982 tested (4.77%) were HIV positives. The modal age group was 21-30 years. 79.47% of positives were forty years and below. 138 (72.63%) were married. 113(59.47%) were females. 125(65.79%) were in low social class. 167(87.90%) had no knowledge of their partners’ HIV-status; while 8(4.21%) and 15(7.90%) had concordant and discordant partners respectively. Majority were not willing to disclose their HIV-status to their partners. Recent HIV infection rate in the study area was 1.05%. Majority of newly diagnosed individuals have longstanding infection. They are predominantly married women of low social class. Unprotected sexual exposure and having multiple sexual partners are still the major driver of HIV infection among the study population.
Abstract: HIV infection is still a leading global health concern. At the end of 2023, there were about 39.9 million PLHIV; 38.6 million adults of 15 years or older. Fifty-three percent of all these PLHIV were women and girls. About 5.4 million people did not know that they were living with HIV in 2023. Identifying and keeping track of new HIV infections is i...
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