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Biological Rhythms

Meaning

Biological Rhythms are intrinsic, self-sustaining oscillations in physiological and behavioral processes that occur over a defined time interval, reflecting the body’s adaptation to cyclical environmental cues. These rhythms, which range from high-frequency ultradian cycles to annual infradian cycles, are fundamental to human physiology and include the menstrual cycle and the diurnal secretion patterns of various hormones. Proper synchronization of these internal clocks is essential for metabolic health, cognitive function, and hormonal balance.