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Ayurveda

The Divine Science of Life

  • 1 Edición - 6 de septiembre de 2006
  • Última edición
  • Autor: Todd Caldecott
  • Idioma: Inglés

This unique one-of-a-kind book is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of Ayurveda, and discusses the practical use of therapies such as diet, exercise, yoga,… Leer más

Descripción

This unique one-of-a-kind book is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of Ayurveda, and discusses the practical use of therapies such as diet, exercise, yoga, meditation, massage, and herbal remedies. The book also includes detailed information on Ayurvedic pharmacology and pharmacy, clinical methods and examinations, and general treatment protocols. Plus, a helpful section provides a comprehensive materia medica of 50 Indian herbs that include botanical descriptions, traditional Ayurvedic knowledge, constituent data and the latest medical research, as well as clinical indications, formulations, and dosages.

Puntos claves

  • Helpful full-color insert containing photos of the 50 herbs covered, alongside a ruler for scale, allows the reader to quickly identify herbs correctly.
  • Includes useful appendices, including information on dietary and lifestyle regimens, Ayurvedic formulations, Ayurvedic weights and measures, glossaries on Ayurvedic terms, and medical substances.
  • Unique contributions include a discussion of pathology, clinical methods, diagnostic techniques, and treatment methods from an Ayurvedic perspective.

Índice

Part One: Theory and Practice of Ayurveda


1. Foundation


2. Theory


3. Constitution and Consciousness


4. The Physical Body


5. Ayurvedic Living


6. Pharmacology and Pharmacy


7. Food and Drink


8. Pathology and Disease


9. Clinical Methodology and Case History


10. Clinical Examination


11. Treatment of Disease

Part Two: Ayurvedic Materia medica

Appendix 1. Dietary and Lifestyle Regimens

Appendix 2. Ayurvedic Formulations

Appendix 3. Glossary of Ayurvedic Herbs, Minerals and Animal Products

Appendix 4. Ayurvedic Weights and Measures

Appendix 5. Glossary of Ayurvedic Terms

Appendix 6. Ayurvedic Resources

Bibliography and References

Index

Detalles del producto

  • Edición: 1
  • Última edición
  • Publicado: 6 de septiembre de 2006
  • Idioma: Inglés

Sobre el autor

TC

Todd Caldecott

Afiliaciones y experiencia
Ayurvedic Practitioner and Clinical Herbalist in private practice, Vancouver BC, Canada

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