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RESEARCH ARTICLE Vol. 11 | Issue 1 | 2026

The Impact of Circadian Inversion on Human Health: An Ayurvedic Analysis of the Shifting Indian Lifestyle

Jain Pankaj

Traditional Indian lifestyle, rooted in the principles of Ayurveda, emphasizes synchronization with natural circadian rhythms. Central to this are the Trayopastambha (three sub-pillars of health): Ahara (diet), Nidra (sleep), and Brahmacharya (regulated conduct). In the contemporary era, urbanization and technological advancements have shifted the societal clock from early-morning productivity to late-night activity. This paper explores the Ayurvedic perspective on this shift, analyzing the resulting Dosha imbalances, the formation of Ama (toxins), and the rise of lifestyle-related metabolic disorders. It concludes with
practical Ayurvedic interventions to restore biological harmony.

Trayopastambha Dinacharya Circadian Rhythm Brahma Muhurta Dosha Imbalance Lifestyle Disorders.
HOW TO CITE
Jain Pankaj (2026). The Impact of Circadian Inversion on Human Health: An Ayurvedic Analysis of the Shifting Indian Lifestyle. IJAO, 11(1), 70-75.
Jain Pankaj. "The Impact of Circadian Inversion on Human Health: An Ayurvedic Analysis of the Shifting Indian Lifestyle." IJAO, vol. 11, no. 1, 2026, pp. 70-75.
Jain . The Impact of Circadian Inversion on Human Health: An Ayurvedic Analysis of the Shifting Indian Lifestyle. IJAO. 2026;11(1):70-75.