Llewellyn's Complete Book of Ayurveda

By Hans H. Rhyner

A Comprehensive Resource for the Understanding and Practice of Traditional Indian Medicine
Llewellyn’s Complete Book Series #9

A comprehensive guide by one of the world’s most respected Ayurveda experts.

Ayurveda is the art of living well and healing gently. This holistic system of medicine encompasses prevention, psychology, nutrition, and treatment. Hans H. Rhyner presents a detailed exploration of Ayurvedic principles, therapies, and knowledge, including:

Anatomical aspects (Rachana Sharira)
Evolutionary physiology (Kriya Sharira)
Constitution (Prakruti)
Pathology (Samprapti)
Diagnostics (Nidana)
Pharmacology (Dravya Guna)
Treatment strategies (Chikitsa)
Nutritional sciences (Annavijnana)
Preventative medicine (Swasthavritta)
Quintet of therapeutics (Panchakarma)
Clinical applications

Filled with natural treatment suggestions and herbal remedies for a wide range of conditions, Llewellyn’s Complete Book of Ayurveda also provides clear explanations of essential topics such as:

The legend of Ayurveda
Creation and evolution (Sankhya)
Logic and analysis (Nyaya-Vaisheshika)
Yoga
The channel system (Srota)
Vital points (Marma)
Seven basic tissues (Sapta Dhatus)
Biological fire (Agni)
Toxic wastes (Ama)
Somatic and psychic constitution
Causes of disease (Nidana)
Six stages of pathogenesis (Kriya Kala)
Observation and examination
Principles of treatment
Acupuncture and moxibustion
Eight considerations on food
Diet for your constitution
Kitchen pharmacy
Daily healthy habits (Dinacarya)
Seasonal practices (Rutacarya)
Ethical living (Sadvritta)
Purificatory treatments (Pradhanakarma)
Dietetics (Pascat Karma)
Spirituality in psychotherapy (Vedanta)
Ayurveda surgery and psychiatry
Vastu-Vedic geomancy
Medical astrology
And more

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