Ayurvedic Medicine The Principles of Traditional Practice

Ayurvedic Medicine clearly and comprehensively presents the unique theories and traditions of Ayurveda making them accessible to the health practitioner of today. With a brief history of traditional medicine in India and discussion of principles, treatment strategies and traditional Ayurvedic pharmacy and pharmacology, the book offers an essential overview of the culture in which Ayurveda has developed and the scientific basis behind this holistic approach. It details over 100 plant profiles of Ayurvedic herbs, with images of fresh and dried plants, and 50 traditional formulas, including characteristics, usage, combinations, contraindications, and safety and dosage information for each.This essential resource explains the traditional medical system of Ayurveda, and provides guidance to students and practitioners on how to incorporate herbal medicine into their life and practice.

ISBN:	9781848191136
Publisher:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Imprint:	Singing Dragon
Published date:	15 Sep 2012
DEWEY:	615.538
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	374
Weight:	1376g
Height:	253mm
Width:	191mm
Spine width:	28mm

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