The book contains remedies using • Household ingredients such as ghee, honey, garlic, turmeric. • Spices such as ginger, cumin, black pepper and clove. • Pulses like black gram, green gram, horse gram. • Dairy products such as butter, ghee and yoghurt. • Dry fruits and nuts such as walnuts, dates, almonds and raisins. • Fruits such as pineapple, custard apple, banana and mango. • Vegetables like okra, cucumber, radish, carrot and more! Remedies from ancient Ayurveda textbooks - Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Hrudayam etc. Explanation of how exactly the remedies are useful, in which particular symptoms, in which stage of disease? Folklore, tribal remedies from communities such as Soliga, Guni etc.
The book guides you to adopt a healthy lifestyle based on the ancient Indian Medical Science - Ayurveda. The book covers the following topics - setting up a healthy lifestyle, basics of Tridosha, Massage, benefits and side effects, Panchakarma and related procedures, Mental and physical exercises, How to adopt Pranayama in your routine, Health advice based on seasons, Diet advice, Fasting tips, Tastes and their qualities Abstinence, Sexual health, Sleep and related aspects, Dairy products, Spices, Oils, simple and effective home remedies and more.
The book contains remedies using -Household ingredients such as ghee, honey, garlic, turmeric. -Spices such as ginger, cumin, black pepper and clove. -Pulses like black gram, green gram, horse gram. -Dairy products such as butter, ghee and yoghurt. -Dry fruits and nuts such as walnuts, dates, almonds and raisins. -Fruits such as pineapple, custard apple, banana and mango. -Vegetables like okra, cucumber, radish, carrot and more! Remedies from ancient Ayurveda textbooks - Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, Ashtanga Hrudayam etc. Explanation of how exactly the remedies are useful, in which particular symptoms, in which stage of disease? Folklore, tribal remedies from communities such as Soliga, Guni etc.
Based on the 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. Dr. Vasant Lad, a leading authority in this field, has created an invaluable guide to treating common ailments and chronic problems with strategies tailored to your personal needs based on your dosha. Dr. 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. Dr. Lad explains why certain imbalances often result in illness and shows you how to restore your body to natural order. You'll learn which traditional Ayurvedic remedies--herbal teas and formulas, essential oils, meditation, yoga--offer relief from a variety of conditions, such as cold and flu symptoms, headaches, toothaches, sore throats, high cholesterol, vision problems, anxiety, and depression. Dr. Lad also shows you how to use diet and specific Ayurvedic techniques to prevent future illness and to promote body consciousness and healthy living. The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies enables us all to experience the benefits of Ayurveda's healing properties that have been refined over thousands of years. All of the herbs, foods, and oils Dr. Lad recommends can be found in local health food stores or through mail-order catalogs. Complete with an extensive glossary and resource list, this is the definitive guide to natural, safe, and effective remedies, everyday keys to a lifetime of vitality and well-being.
For learning Ayurveda, understanding how Tridosha works in the body is very important to know. The three Doshas—Vata, Pitta and Kapha—form the most basic Ayurvedic principle upon which the entire practice of Ayurveda is postulated. The book Tridosha Made Easy offers: • The basic understanding of Tridosha in easy language • Functions, types, qualities and places of Tridosha • Tridosha’s role in the functioning of the immune system, endocrine system, etc. • Tridosha’s role in maintaining health and causing diseases • Tridosha Prakriti—Body Type • Diseases and symptoms caused by Tridosha imbalance • Diet and lifestyle to balance Doshas • A healthy daily regimen and relationship with Vata, Pitta and Kapha • Association of Doshas with Ama • Concepts of Avarana and Gata Vata—made easy to understand
This resource brings the unique theories and traditions of Ayurveda alive so that they are accessible to the complementary health practitioner of today. This book offers a clear, accessible and yet detailed guide to Ayurvedic herbalism. It encompasses a brief history of the growth of Ayurveda, a discussion of its fundamental principles, treatment strategies as well as the energetic approach of traditional Ayurvedic herbal pharmacy and pharmacology.
Discover Hundreds of Holistic Remedies and Wellness Tips Llewellyn's Book of Natural Remedies shares a powerful integrative approach to healing and living a more natural life. Author Vannoy Gentles Fite shares effective remedies for more than a hundred ailments, exploring contemporary and traditional techniques using common, everyday ingredients. Integrative medicine combines natural, holistic approaches with mainstream medicine. In this book, each ailment includes treatments using essential oils, herbs, Ayurveda, and home remedies. The recipes are easy to locate based on your specific needs, and they include materials you can typically find in your home. From balms and baths to tinctures and wraps, these outstanding remedies will support your healing process as you live your best possible life. One of BookAuthority.Org's 19 Best Holistic eBooks to Read in 2020
A radiant complexion can be yours through the ancient science of Ayurveda. Kristen Ma invites you to expand your skin-care consciousness to incorporate elements from this millennia-old system of wellness from India, along with principles supported by the latest scientific research on skin biology. Her practical guidelines are safe and easy to follow—and marvelously effective for nurturing healthy and beautiful skin. Ma explains both skin biology and the basics of Ayurveda as it applies to skin health, and shows you how to determine your true skin type according to your specific dosha (physical constitution according to Ayurvedic principles), then recommends individualized regimens with easy-to-obtain products. Ma explains the influence of diet on skin health, how to deal with skin changes that come with aging, how to protect skin from the sun and pollutants, and how to cope with the effect of stress on skin. She identifies harmful ingredients that are ubiquitous in most products and treatments on the market, and recommends healthy alternatives. She also offers advice on how to treat common problems such as: • breakouts • acne • eczema • rosacea • hyperpigmentation • dark circles under the eyes and puffy eyes • and many others
Ancient Herbal Secrets for Self-Care, Healing, and Wholeness Designed specifically for women, this book will introduce the system of Ayurvedic medicine, one of the most ancient and holistic forms of medicine known in human history. Developed in India over 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda is a complete system for healing and rebalancing the body. This fascinating book features an A-Z of herbs with their description, history and uses, and easy-to-prepare home remedies. There is also an A-Z section of ailments that details symptoms and how to treat them using Ayurvedic remedies. Authoritative text, an easy-to-use format, and delightful original botanical illustrations will make this volume a pleasure to own and a useful home reference.
