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Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 610
EAN: 9780914955009
Edition: 2nd Ed
ISBN: 0914955004
Label: Lotus Press
Manufacturer: Lotus Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 175
Publication Date: January 01, 1984
Publisher: Lotus Press
Studio: Lotus Press
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Editorial Review:
For the first time a book is available which clearly explains the principles and practical applications of Ayurveda, the oldest healing system in the world. This beautifully illustrated text thoroughly explains history & philosophy, basic principles, diagnostic techniques, treatment, diet, medicinal usage of kitchen herbs & spices, first aid, food aid, food antidotes and much more.
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Rating:  - A definitive reference book on Ayurveda
This book is the definitive reference book on Ayurveda. You will refer to it, time and time again.
Rating: - Great Introduction to Ayurveda
This book was a clear yet comprehensive introduction to a very complex system of medicine with which I had had no previous experience. It was very helpful.
Rating: - A basic book
This is a basic book on Ayurveda, giving a great overview on its basic principles. Anyone intersted on this subject should read it, and it is very suitable for beginners.
Rating: - excellent book
I had the privilage of being treated by Dr. Lad as well as going to several clases he gives at the Ayurvedic institute in Albuquerque NM. The book is a wonderful aid in trying to understand and identify health and disease. You have to be able to understand that "western" medicine is not the answer for everything and that in many cases it will eventually make you even sicker. What do you prefer, Prozac or a cup of some herbal tea that will eventually help you with depression?. What do you prefer, ... Read More
Rating:  - Mad Medicine!
This was my first introduction to Ayurveda despite studying yoga for several years. I cannot judge how faithful the instructions in this book are to true Ayurvedic medicine; regardless of that, this book makes some strange and potentially hazardous medical recommendations. Pages 143-144 recommend taking the heavy metal mercury to "enkindle the enzyme system...and regenerate the tissues." Page 143 recommends lead as a cure for several disorders including skin diseases and venereal disease. ... Read More
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