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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 615.53
EAN: 9781883725075
Edition: 1
ISBN: 1883725070
Label: Ayurvedic Press
Manufacturer: Ayurvedic Press
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 368
Publication Date: 2001-11
Publisher: Ayurvedic Press
Studio: Ayurvedic Press
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Editorial Review:
Bringing forth the mysteries of Ayurveda from the classical Sanskrit texts, Dr. Lad presents this ages-old science in a framework that is clearly accessible to the modern student while remaining true to its ancient roots. In these pages, you will open the doors to this timeless, profound wisdom of the human body, mind, and consciousness. Dr. Lad describes the historical philosophies of Ayurveda and their application to human existence. He explains the basic structures and functions of the body, mind, and spirit, how they are formed and integrated, and their ultimate role in nourishing consciousness. Filled with illustrations, tables, charts, and practical examples, this book will lead the reader to a full understanding of the fundamental principles of Ayurveda.
§ Discover the concept of individual constitution and how this can help you achieve balance in your life.
§ Follow the progress of digestion—the most essential principle in ayurveda—as our food and experiences enter the body and mind. Witness their transformation into the energy of our daily lives.
§ Gain an understanding of Ayurvedic nutrition and the subtle essences that result from these processes.
§ Learn a fully functional model of healing and rejuvenation that maintains perfect health and balance with simple lifestyle modifications.
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Rating: - Destined to become the definitive English-language textbook of ayurveda
Destined to become the definitive English-language textbook of ayurveda
Dr. Vasant Lad is a world-renowned ayurvedic physician, born and educated in India, with more than forty years of clinical experience. He is one of the world's leading teachers and scholars of ayurveda, and served as professor of clinical medicine at the University of Pune College of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery as well as director of its affiliated hospital. Currently, he is president of and a senior faculty ... Read More
Rating: - a through reveiw
I think this is a through textbook.
I do yoga, meditation for 20 years and have read a lot of books, still there is a lot to learn in this book.
Also as an MD(Internal medicine)i enjoy adding knowledge of ayurveda and i feel using that for my regular office based patients is a big plus .
i strongly recommend this book .
Rating:  - A useful text for western students
Traditionally, ayurveda has been taught orally, with reference to ancient texts like the works of Charaka, Sushruta and Vagbhata; references that are still used today. These writings, which are believed to date thousands of years, contain the eternal and universal principles of the natural science of ayurveda; however they also contain therapies and lifestyle prescriptions which are hopelessly archaic; and materia medica which are no longer accessible (e.g. opium and camel's urine!). With the spread ... Read More
Rating: - A "Complete Guide"
I've recently purchased several ayurvedic books and will be returning most of them now. This book has everything. I MUST have. It is very thorough and extremely interesting. Not just a rehashing of information found elsewhere. If you only have one book - get this one!
Rating: - A must have for the Ayurvedic student!
Thank you Vasant Lad for this great tool that helps one unlock the truth called Ayurveda. Vasant Lad has presented a true text book that will become a companion of the modern day Ayurvedic student. Normally if one was to source concise information on the fundamentals of Ayurveda then one had the difficult task of studying the translations of Caraka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita and Vagbhata Samhita. While these texts are the foundation for modern Ayurveda they can be daunting to the student new to this amazing ... Read More
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