CIRCADIAN RHYTHM VARIATIONS ACROSS PRAKRITI TYPES

Article History: Submission: 08.10. 2023, Revision: 03.11.2023, Acceptance: 15.11.2023, DOI Information: https://doi.org/10.56815/IJMSCI.V3I2.2023/38-50

Abstract

Biological rhythms are the natural cyclical fluctuations we experience in our bodies, and circadian rhythms are the most prominent of these.The adaptation of the body's processes to the sun and moon's rhythms causes them to change. The Ayurvedic explanation for this is in termsof the cyclic phase of the Tridoshas. The earth remains stable due to the presence of Soma, Surya and Anila; similarly, the Kapha, Pitta, and Vatadoshas keep our bodies stable. In this article, we are going to discuss two regimens of nature to harmonize one's Prakriti: Dinacharya, thedaily regimen, and Ritucharya, the seasonal regimen. Evidence is lacking in large-scale empirical studies with objective biomarkers (melatonin offset, cortisol profiles, actigraphy), but new correlative data have emerged, linking Prakriti with present-day chronotype (clock genepolymorphisms). This holistic design not only emphasizes the potential of Prakriti-guided chronotherapy in managing metabolic diseases, sleep disorders, and shift-work-related issues but also paves the way for personalized Ayurvedic remedies and a research agenda for continuedexploration.