Author: Tirtha, Swami Sada Shiva
Paperback
670 pages
Published: October 1998
Ayurveda Holistic Center Press
ISBN: 0965804224

Here is an all-inclusive reference to ayurveda beneficial for families as well as health practitioners. Included are the basic principles of ayurveda; its history, and a generous selection of therapies including herbs, nutrition, aromas, meditation, colors, gems, exercise, special message techniques, and rejuvenating measures known as pancha karma. Pathology and diagnosis are covered inplain English along with a discussion of the most commonly used ayurvedic herbs. Other new information includes ayurvedic hatha yoga, general healing, pregnancy and post-partum, and stress reduction.A guide to the health and longevity practices originating in India known as the Ayurveda. After a brief review of Ayurvedic history and principles, the author explains how an individual's health is evaluated and what modalities are used for treatment. Available modalities include the use of herbs, n