About the Journal
Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy [2278-2214 (e)] is a peer-reviewed hybrid open-access journal launched in 2012 that focuses on the publication of current research work carried out under Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. This journal covers all major fields of applications in AYUSH.
Focus & Scope
The journal welcomes contributions across the following topic areas:
- Ayurveda: foundational principles (Vata, Pitta, Kapha doshas), herbal formulations and phytopharmacology, clinical applications in disease management, rasayanas (rejuvenation therapies), traditional diagnostic methodologies, and evidence-based research on Ayurvedic treatments
- Yoga & Pranayama: physical postures (Asanas), breathing techniques (Pranayama), meditation practices, therapeutic applications for stress management, mental health, chronic disease management, and quality-of-life improvement in diverse populations
- Unani Medicine: theoretical foundations (Umoor-e-Tabiya), herbal and mineral preparations, clinical practice and therapeutics, traditional diagnostic and treatment approaches, and comparative studies with modern medical sciences
- Siddha Medicine: foundational elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Air, Space), tissue systems (Dhatus), traditional remedies and formulations, classical texts and practices, and clinical applications in wellness and disease management
- Homeopathy: homeopathic principles and materia medica, high-dilution remedies, clinical case studies, safety and efficacy research, integration with conventional care, and comparative studies across therapeutic approaches
- Traditional Plant-Based & Natural Medicines: medicinal plant chemistry, pharmacology of traditional preparations, animal and mineral-based remedies, ethnopharmacological research, and sustainable sourcing and conservation
- Naturopathy & Lifestyle Medicine: dietary interventions, hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, lifestyle modifications, preventive health strategies, and wellness promotion through natural approaches
- Integrative & Comparative Research: comparative effectiveness of AYUSH systems, integration with conventional medicine, safety profiling, quality control and standardization, and multi-system approaches to wellness
- Clinical Outcomes & Safety: efficacy and safety studies in human subjects, clinical trial methodologies specific to traditional medicine, adverse event monitoring, patient outcomes, and real-world effectiveness
Keywords
Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani medicine, Siddha medicine, Homeopathy, integrative medicine, herbal medicine, traditional medicine research, clinical efficacy, wellness