About the Journal

-Key Information 

  • Started: 2013
  • eISSN: 2321-1563
  • pISSN: 2349-2740
  • Indexed in: Scopus & DOAJ
  • Publication Frequency: Monthly
  • Peer-Review Timeline: Approximately 30–60 days
  • Publishes: Original Research Articles, Clinical & Experimental Studies, Analytical Studies, Review Articles & Systematic Reviews, Case Reports & Case Series, Study Protocols, Short Reviews, and Classical Book Reviews.

Focus: Promoting scientifically rigorous, evidence-based research in Ayurveda, traditional medicine, integrative and holistic health sciences by bridging traditional healthcare knowledge with contemporary scientific research approaches.

The Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM) (eISSN: 2321-1563)  is a Scopus-indexed peer-reviewed international journal started in 2013, stands as a beacon within the realm of holistic healthcare, dedicated to fostering a profound understanding and appreciation of Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine rooted in the Indian subcontinent. JAHM serves as a vital conduit for intellectual discourse, scientific inquiry, and the advancement of Ayurvedic knowledge in contemporary health systems.

JAHM is owned and published by Atreya Ayurveda Publications. Atreya Ayurveda Publications engaged in scientific publications on Ayurveda in the form of print books and ebooks since 2007.   

At its core, JAHM encapsulates a multifaceted approach to promoting Ayurveda. It provides a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to explore and elucidate the fundamental principles of Ayurveda. Through insightful articles and scholarly discourse, the journal delves into the intricate concepts of doshas, gunas, dhatus, and the holistic approach to health and wellness that underpins Ayurvedic philosophy.

JAHM is committed to advocating evidence-based clinical practice within the Ayurvedic community. By showcasing research studies, clinical trials, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses, the journal empowers practitioners with the latest evidence on the efficacy, safety, and applicability of Ayurvedic interventions across various health conditions. This emphasis on evidence-based practice not only enhances the credibility of Ayurveda but also ensures the delivery of optimal healthcare outcomes for patients.

Furthermore, JAHM plays a pivotal role in nurturing a robust research culture among Ayurvedic scholars and practitioners. By providing a prestigious platform for the publication of original research, the journal encourages innovation, collaboration, and the dissemination of new insights within the Ayurvedic community. From herbal medicines to lifestyle interventions, from preventive healthcare strategies to therapeutic modalities, JAHM showcases diverse research endeavors that contribute to the evolution and refinement of Ayurvedic practice.

In addition to its scholarly pursuits, JAHM also serves as a bridge between tradition and modernity in Ayurveda. The journal appreciates and supports efforts to modernize Ayurvedic pharmaceutics, enhance quality control standards, and innovate in clinical practice. Through its publication of research on new instruments, formulations, and quality assurance techniques, JAHM celebrates the ongoing evolution and relevance of Ayurveda in today's healthcare landscape.

AIMS AND SCOPE 

JAHM aims to foster intellectual and scientific communication across contemporary health knowledge systems, with Ayurveda at its core. The journal serves as a platform for the dissemination of high-quality research and scholarly articles that advance the understanding, practice, and integration of Ayurvedic principles in modern healthcare.

The journal welcomes submissions in the following areas:

  • Exploration of Ayurvedic Principles: Articles that delve into the foundational concepts of Ayurveda and their relevance to modern health practices.
  • Evidence-Based Clinical Practice: Research that supports and encourages the application of Ayurveda in evidence-based clinical settings, bridging traditional wisdom with modern science.
  • Research Culture in Ayurveda: Articles that promote research and innovation within the Ayurveda community, fostering a deeper understanding of Ayurvedic treatments and methodologies.
  • Student Engagement in Research: Initiatives that encourage students and young researchers to engage with and contribute to Ayurvedic research.
  • Advancements in Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics: Research aimed at the development of new tools, instruments, and technologies to enhance Ayurvedic pharmaceutics and quality control of Ayurvedic drugs.

JAHM is dedicated to providing a common platform for Ayurveda scholars, practitioners, and researchers to share their findings, enhance collaboration, and contribute to the evolution of Ayurveda in both clinical practice and academic research.

The content of the Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM) is meticulously curated to encompass three overarching themes, each vital in its own right for the advancement and enrichment of Ayurvedic knowledge and practice:

  1. Theoretical Research: JAHM dedicates significant space to scholarly inquiry into the theoretical foundations of Ayurveda, as well as its intersections with other disciplines such as yoga, modern medicine, and scientific paradigms. Articles within this theme delve into fundamental concepts, historical perspectives, and literary analyses that deepen our understanding of Ayurvedic philosophy and its relevance in contemporary contexts. By exploring the historical evolution and philosophical underpinnings of Ayurveda, JAHM seeks to foster a comprehensive appreciation of this ancient healing tradition.

  2. Experimental Research: A cornerstone of JAHM's content lies in experimental research, which encompasses a broad spectrum of scientific investigations aimed at advancing our understanding of Ayurvedic pharmacology, pharmacognosy, pharmaceutical chemistry, and pharmaceutics. This theme encompasses studies on phytochemistry, drug discovery, and development, with a particular emphasis on herbal, herbo-mineral, and mineral formulations. By rigorously evaluating the bioactivity, safety, and efficacy of Ayurvedic remedies through experimental methodologies, JAHM contributes to the evidence base supporting their use in clinical practice.

  3. Clinical Research: JAHM serves as a vital repository for clinical research findings that elucidate the practical application of Ayurvedic principles in healthcare settings. This theme encompasses a wide array of study designs, including clinical trials, case reports, case series, cohort and case-control studies, as well as epidemiological and public health investigations. By documenting clinical outcomes, therapeutic approaches, and patient experiences, JAHM facilitates the integration of evidence-based Ayurvedic interventions into mainstream healthcare practices, thereby enhancing the quality of patient care and expanding the scope of Ayurveda within the broader medical landscape.

ARCHIVING POLICY

All the archives are harvested through open harvester to OAI.

OPEN ACCESS POLICY

JAHM is an open access publication, enabling users to access full article content immediately upon publication.  Open Access refers to a condition in which the copyright holder of a scholarly work grants usage rights to others through an open license (such as Creative Commons or an equivalent). This allows for immediate, free access to the work and permits users to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, link to the full texts, index them for search engines, extract data for software, or use the content for any other lawful purpose. As a result, open access publications are freely and permanently available online to anyone. Readers all over the world can read full-text articles either online or can be downloaded in PDF format.

Open Access is facilitated under the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 4.0 License.    

PEER REVIEW POLICY

All manuscripts submitted online to JAHM must be initially blinded by the authors.
After submission, Editors will invite suitable reviewers by emailing them the title and abstract, along with an invitation to log in to the journal’s website to complete the review process. The reviewed files are submitted online by reviewers through the journal’s online system. A three-day period is given for reviewers to accept or decline the invitation. Upon accepting the assignment, reviewers can download the blinded manuscript, submit their comments using the JAHM review template, and select their recommendation online.

For this process, peer reviewers are given 7 days to complete the review. JAHM aims to publish peer-reviewed manuscripts within 4 weeks of initial receipt, provided all review and revision requirements are fulfilled in time.

✅ Guidelines for Reviewers

All selected reviewers must adhere to the guidelines set by the JAHM Editorial Board:

  1. Reviewers must critically evaluate the assigned paper within the specified timeframe.
  2. Reviewers must follow the double-blind international refereeing process to ensure an unbiased and quality review.
  3. All feedback should be provided in written form using the official JAHM Review Template.
  4. Reviewers should clearly highlight sections of the manuscript that require revision or improvement; their expert suggestions should add value to the work.
  5. Even if a manuscript is deemed suitable for publication, constructive critical comments should be given to help improve its overall quality.
  6. Once revisions are made by the authors, the same reviewer will be asked to review the revised version to ensure suggested changes have been addressed.
  7. Reviewers must maintain the original formatting and style of the manuscript, following the official JAHM templates.

The Editorial Board reserves the right to override reviewer suggestions when necessary; the final decision of the Editors is binding.

COPYRIGHT POLICY

The Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM) follows a strict Open Access policy in accordance with the principles laid out by the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ).

JAHM fulfills the DOAJ definition of open access-

  • Immediate and Free Access:
    All articles published in JAHM are made freely and permanently accessible online immediately upon publication, without any subscription or paywall barriers.
  • Usage and Distribution Rights:
    JAHM allows users to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of its articles, and to use them for any other lawful purpose, without asking prior permission from the publisher or the author, provided proper citation is given.
  • License:
    JAHM publishes all content under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.0) license, unless stated otherwise. This permits:
    • Sharing — copying and redistributing the material in any medium or format
    • Adapting — remixing, transforming, and building upon the material
      for non-commercial purposes only, with proper attribution and under the same license.
  • Author Rights:
    Authors retain the copyright of their work and grant JAHM the right to publish, archive, and disseminate it in all forms and media.
  • No Embargo Period:
    JAHM does not impose any embargo period. All articles are freely accessible from the day of publication.

Archiving Policy:
JAHM ensures long-term archiving and digital preservation of its content through regular backup and inclusion in databases and digital repositories as applicable.

ADVERTISING POLICY: 

  • Ethical Standards: Ads must be truthful, evidence-based, and comply with industry guidelines. Ads for tobacco, alcohol, or unapproved treatments are typically prohibited.
  • Separation from Editorial Content: Ads should be clearly distinguishable from editorial content and have no influence on editorial decisions.
  • Approval Process: All ads must be pre-approved by the editorial with the right to reject or withdraw ads as needed.
  • Relevance and Safety: Ads should be relevant to the journal’s audience and avoid promoting harmful products.

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INDEXING

  1. Open Access Initiative
  2. Worldcat
  3. Researchbib
  4. Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research
  5. Sherpa Romeo https://v2.sherpa.ac.uk/id/publication/27662 
  6. IndexCopernicus  https://journals.indexcopernicus.com/journal/31832 
  7. Open Access Digital Library
  8. Electronic Journal Libray (ZDB)
  9. Google Scholar
  10. OAJI  http://oaji.net/journal-detail.html?number=843
  11. Live Ayurveda  http://www.liveayurved.com/national-and-international-journals-of-ayurveda.shtml
  12. Ayurbhishak http://ayurbhishak
  13. EUROPEAN SCIENCE EVALUATION CENTER https://journal-index.org/index.php/asi/article/view/1033
  14. Academic Journals Database https://journaldatabase.info/journal/issn2321-1563
  15. Quest Library https://quest.library.illinois.edu/OAIRegistry/Home/Detai