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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. This beautifully illustrated text thoroughly explains history & philosophy, basic principles, diagnostic techniques, treatment, diet, medicinal usage of kitchen herbs & spices, first aid, food aid, food antidot
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I would recommend this text only after gaining some introductory knowledge or experience with Ayurveda.
A few months back, after consulting with an Ayurvedic doctor in my city for dietary advice to combat seasonal affective disorder, I read Eat-Taste-Heal: An Ayurvedic Cookbook for Modern Living by Thomas Yarema, Daniel Rhoda, and Johnny Brannigan. That book, combined with information provided by the doctor, helped set the stage for getting the most out of this text and moving my understanding o ...more
A few months back, after consulting with an Ayurvedic doctor in my city for dietary advice to combat seasonal affective disorder, I read Eat-Taste-Heal: An Ayurvedic Cookbook for Modern Living by Thomas Yarema, Daniel Rhoda, and Johnny Brannigan. That book, combined with information provided by the doctor, helped set the stage for getting the most out of this text and moving my understanding o ...more
Ayurveda illuminates the basic laws governing life on earth. To understand it is to understand the forces that engender our well-being. It is an ancient system of wisdom that encompasses the vast horizon where human consciousness merges into Cosmic Consciousness. This brief introductory book attempts to introduce readers to the life science in an understandable manner. However, with many raised questions still unanswered I hope for a more comprehensive book. (Any recommendations would be appreci
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This was such a quick and enaging book that gives an overview of ayurveda and practical tips for improving health and consciousness. It has wonderful charts and clear explanations of ayurvedic health techniques, like nasal massage, diet recommendations, finding your own constitution, and simple yoga postures. All of this with a basic explanation of the philosophy behind ayurveda ("The Science of Daily Life").
If you are at all curious to BEGIN learning about ayurveda I found this to b ...more
If you are at all curious to BEGIN learning about ayurveda I found this to b ...more
The primer for basic principles of ayurveda.
It's tempting to just write "hogwash" and be done with it, but I don't want to be that disrespectful either to another culture or to someone who based on his acknowledgments seems like a really nice guy.
That being said, I started having concerns early on with the different body types when there seemed to be so much preference given to one type. Usually they all have their strengths and weaknesses, but this felt lop-sided and maybe a little racist. Other things didn't sit right, but t ...more
That being said, I started having concerns early on with the different body types when there seemed to be so much preference given to one type. Usually they all have their strengths and weaknesses, but this felt lop-sided and maybe a little racist. Other things didn't sit right, but t ...more
Am I a doctor now? That’s how this book made me feel. Enjoyed learning about my pulse being like a swan.
I've been practicing yoga's sister ayurveda for a few months now and am absolutely loving it! Finding out that I'm kapha dominant has made a massive difference to my energy levels, digestion, yoga. It's been great to know that many of the things I've learned to do intuitively has already been laid out in ayurveda, and it's as if someone's already understood and done the rest of my homework for me! I've been learning through sharing articles and guidance by friends. Read this book this week, it w
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This is a great introduction in case you want to learn about ayurveda without prior experience. It is a concise read that outlines the major concepts and principles of vedic science. When i get sick, have some kind of health issue or am looking for advice on lifestyle more generally i like to search the index and table of contents and start from there. I always find this book very insightful and have it at hand.
This is the first I've read on Ayurveda and the topic/field is very interesting. However, I felt like this book 'dumped' a bunch of terms and I was left floundering trying to put all the information together in a logical way. If you're just getting started in this area, I would try to find another book that takes the time to go into some of the history and details.
Jun 10, 2008
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it was amazing
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Elisa
Excellent, goes well beyond the simple lists of balancing foods for each dosha, but explains the theory behind them. Branches out into appropriate asanas, waking practices, eating patterns and delves somewhat into more advanced learning. (gunas, etc.)
For me it was a quick read. i gobbled up all the information and I'm looking forward to knowing more. i think the author did a great job outlining the major parts of Ayurveda medicine. His methods of delivery was very clear. i think this is a great beginner book.
I definitely recommend it to someone that's looking for an introduction of Ayurveda. It was really interesting to me. Very complete.
Informative intro to the subject. Esp liked the section that addresses understanding from a western perspective. Gave me lots of ideas of practical stuff to incorporate into my daily life.
Good text, but I like Lad's other book (Complete Home Remedies) more. Still, one can never have too many Ayruvedic texts :)
A very simple Ayurvedic book- too simple in my opinion, but it gives a very good understanding about the meridians and diagnostics such as urine, tongue and pulse diagnosis.
A good introduction for anyone interested in learning about Ayurveda for the first time.
This book conveys what I see as a very classical version of the Ayurvedic science. While I am sure that the practices outlined in the book have been helpful to people over the centuries, I think some of them would be hard to transfer to the lives of most Americans. There is definitely some wisdom to the Ayurvedic system, but our fast paced American life and the practices of our culture would make it hard to faithfully adhere to the Ayurvedic practices. It would mean a complete shift in lifestyle
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Wow. This was like a fantasy info-dump. I love how people keep calling Ayurveda and Yoga sciences without knowing (or attempting to define!) what science actually means. I also love how toxins keep coming up and that I now know dozens of ways to get rid of them without ever learning what they are. I love the physiognomy etc. that is continuously proven wrong with easy black-swan examples and which is only slightly racist.
Don't get me wrong, Ayuveda was a world view that at some point might have ...more
Don't get me wrong, Ayuveda was a world view that at some point might have ...more
I must own a physical copy of this book immediately. Others are correct in stating that the reader needs a fundamental introduction to Ayurveda prior to picking this up, but for those who do, I can not recommend this quick guide enough.
While no one can hope to fully understand an ancient belief system from one book, I hoped to gain a basic layman’s knowledge. The author tried, but too often went down tangent paths difficult for me to follow (and remember).
Very informative. Touched on a little bit of everything that Ayurveda has to offer, much like a beginner's course. Definitely opened the door for me to delve deeper into this ancient science. I'm intrigued.
The book is like an overview on the comprehensive knowledge of Ayurveda and will open your eyes to the basic laws of living. Also contains some home remedies and diagnostic guidance!
Getting more and more drawn to the ideas of ayurveda with books like this. I truly believe in this way of healing, both physically and emotionally.
This book explains very well Ayurveda and the ways our bodies can heal themselves if we become aware of our individual constitution (vata-pitta-kapha).
I truly recommend this book!
I truly recommend this book!
Great intro to Ayurvedic principals; quick read.
My review here :- https://keerthivikasmylearinings.word...
Very good matter of fact intro survey of Ayurvedic medicine.
It is remarkable how the author has managed to capture Ayurvedas essence in such a simple reading. Chalk full of medicinal home made recipes for daily common ailments. Very insightful and useful.
This is a very good introduction to Ayurveda and was recommended to me by an Ayurveda practictioner that game to the yoga studio I practice at. I've got a few more books to read on the subject and I'm hoping to answer some of the questions I still have about Ayurveda. This is a very fascinating subject though.
Reading it was interesting, since it was a subject completely unfamiliar to me. I found myself taking detailed notes, actually - which is something I never do. I think the descriptions of the three individual constitution types were most interesting, as I identified very closely with one of them. Overall, I formed a favorable opinion of the practice.
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