The Handbook of Ayurveda: India's Medical Wisdom Explained

by Shantha Godagama

We all know someone who never seems to suffer from depression or ill health, or even a runny nose and it's not because they keep fit and eat the right things; but they seem to have an inner strength that allows them to cope with the pressures of modern life and maintain their equilibrium. Ayurveda means "the science of life" and it looks for the equilibrium in each individual. It is a holistic approach to healing.This handbook explains the complementary therapy in preserving personal well-being and vitality and provides an overall view of ayurvedic principles. Advice on nutrition, exercise and lifestyle are given, in addition to a step-by-step guide to the causes and treatments of specific health problems.

128 pages, Paperback

First published April 24, 1997

Reviews

[Andee Marley · Rating 3 out of 5]

my takeaways :
* it's interesting, but complicated
* it works in complete harmony with western medicine
* leave it to a professional

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Simple straightforward beginning to Ayurveda. Good graphics yet almost rather elementary but accessible nonetheless. A good beginning. Only hang-up was his classification of Pitta. My experience isn't that Pitta is the middle ground dosha; instead that it is the fiery type-A dosha. Regardless, this book is a good jumping-off point. Now, where to jump to...

[Susan Connell Biggs · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great basic introduction. Any suggestions on where to go next?