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Textbook of Ayurveda
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- Book Synopsis
- This book brings forth the practices of Ayurveda from the ancient texts and presents them in a systematic organization that is readily accessible to a Western audience. Dr. Lad provides comprehensive information on therapeutic modalities including diet and lifestyle recommendations, palliative and cleansing therapies, subtle healing methods including individual rejuvenation protocols, yoga and pranayama practices and herbal substances as well as management techniques according to dosha, shatu, srotamist and the subtle essences. Each section clearly explains the principles of the healing techniques, often with the steps outlined for the reader, in addition to the herbal substances and their practical application. It is an essential reference for the Ayurvedic practitioner.
- About The Author
- Vasant D. Lad received the degree of Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery from the University of Pune, in Pune, India in 1968 and a Master of Ayurvedic Science from Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya in Pune in 1980. For 3 years, Vasant Lad served as Medical Director of the Ayurveda Hospital in Pune. He also held the position of Professor of Clinical Medicine for seven years at the Pune University College of Ayurvedic Medicine, where he was an instructor. Vasant Lads academic and practical training includes the study of allopathic medicine (Western medicine) and surgery. In 1979, he began traveling throughout the United States sharing his knowledge of Ayurveda, and in 1981, he returned to New Mexico to teach Ayurveda. Vasant Lad founded and has served as the Director of The Ayurvedic Institute since 1984.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781883725143
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- Ayurvedic Press, (01 January 2012)
- Number of Pages
- 668
- Weight
- 1714 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 250 x 190 x 53 mm
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