Ayurveda (The Science of Self Healing)

by Vasant Lad

For the first time a book is available which clearly explains the principles and practical applications of Ayurveda, the oldest healing system in the world. The beautifully illustrated text thoroughly explains the following: History & Philosophy--Basic Principles Diagnostic Techniques--Treatment Diet--Medicinal Usage of Kitchen Herbs & Spices First Aid--Food Antidotes--And Much More. More than 50 concise charts, diagrams and tables are included, as well as a glossary and index in order to further clarify the text.For the first time a book is available which clearly explains the principles and practical applications of Ayurveda the oldest healing system in the world. The Beautifully illustrated text thoroughly explains the following:History & PhilosophyBasic Principles Diagnostic TechniquesTreatment DietMedicinal Usage of Kitchen Herbs & SpicesFirst AidFood Antidotes DR. VASANT LAD, a native of India, has been a practitioner and Professor of Ayurvedic Medicine for more than 15 years. Dr. Lad has lectured extensively throughout the U.S. and has written numerous published articles on Ayurveda.