Diet and Nutrition: A Holistic Approach

Diet & Nutrition is a holistic and comprehensive overview of the Eastern and Western perspectives of nutrition. Years ahead of its time upon publication, this modern classic continues to be the go-to wellness resource for teachers, physicians, and scholars of nutrition and holistic health.

This eye-opening text on healthy living brings the ageless insights of the East together with the modern scientific discoveries of the West. The facts are presented clearly and precisely, providing the reader with an in-depth understanding and practical approach to what is otherwise a complex and confusing subject.

All students of health and nutrition will find their particular interests addressed in this comprehensive volume. This ideal reference guide will help you explore:

• The history of dietary patterns in America
• Advice on how to plan a balanced diet
• Insight on the effects of food and eating habits on the mind and emotions
• The ayurvedic approach to diet

Rudolph Ballentine, M.D. is a respected leader in the field of alternative and complementary medicine. A physician and psychiatrist, he studied medicine in the U.S., psychology in the U.S. and France, and both Ayurveda and homeopathy in India. Dr. Ballentine directed the combined Therapy Programs of the Himalayan International Institute as well as the Center for Holistic Medicine in New York City for over fifteen years. He is presently engaged in private practice in New York City.