The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies - Softcover

Lad Vasant

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0749919450 ISBN 13: 9780749919450

Publisher: Piatkus Hb/Tpb, 1999

Synopsis

A comprehensive encyclopedia of self healing, based on the ancient Indian principles of Ayurveda. The author explores the physical characteristics of each of the three body types, in order to begin the journey to the ultimate state of well-being.

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ancient healing tradition from India that dates back thousands of years, The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies offers natural alternatives to conventional medicines and treatments with practical advice and easy-to-follow instructions. A leading authority in this field, Dr. Vasant Lad first explains the principles behind the science of Ayurveda, exploring the physical and psychological characteristics of each of the three doshas, or mind-body types--vata, pitta, and kapha. Once you have determined which type or combination of types you are, Dr. Lad helps you to begin your journey to the ultimate "state of balance" and well-being.

The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies is an invaluable guide to treating common ailments and chronic problems with strategies tailored to your personal needs based on your dosha. Dr. Lad explains why certain imbalances often result in illness and shows you how to restore your body to natural order. You'll learn w

About the Author:

VASANT LAD, B.A.M.S., M.A.Sc., was born in India and served three years as the medical director of the Ayurvedic Hospital in Pune, India. He is a world-renowned expert on the practices and health benefits of Ayurvedic medicine and has lectured at seminars and workshops with Deepak Chopra, M.D., and Andrew Weil, M.D. Founder of the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he currently serves as its director.

About this edition

• Publisher: Piatkus Hb/Tpb
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0749919450
• ISBN 13: 9780749919450
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 304