Ayurveda is an ancient system of health care that developed in India several thousand years ago. Allied with the spiritual philosophy of Hinduism, Ayurveda is a practical and inclusive system of health care orientated to the prevention and treatment of disease through the observation of important principles found in biological systems. This unique one-of-a-kind book is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of Ayurveda, and discusses the practical use of therapies such as diet, exercise, yoga, meditation, massage, and herbal remedies. The book also includes detailed information on Ayurvedic pharmacology and pharmacy, clinical methods and examinations, and general treatment protocols. The final section provides a comprehensive materia medica of 50 Indian herbs that include botanical descriptions, traditional Ayurvedic knowledge, constituent data and latest medical research, as well as clinical indications, formulations and dosages.
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Part One: Theory and Practice of Ayurveda 1. Foundation 2. Theory 3. Constitution and Consciousness 4. The Physical Body 5. Ayurvedic Living 6. Pharmacology and Pharmacy 7. Food and Drink 8. Pathology and Disease 9. Clinical Methodology and Case History 10. Clinical Examination 11. Treatment of Disease Part Two: Ayurvedic Materia medica Appendix 1. Dietary and Lifestyle Regimens Appendix 2. Ayurvedic Formulations Appendix 3. Glossary of Ayurvedic Herbs, Minerals and Animal Products Appendix 4. Ayurvedic Weights and Measures Appendix 5. Glossary of Ayurvedic Terms Appendix 6. Ayurvedic Resources Bibliography and References Index
