Here is an all-inclusive reference to ayurveda beneficial for families as well as health practitioners. Included are the basic principles of ayurveda; its history; and a generous selection of therapies including herbs, nutrition, aromas, meditation, colors, gems, exercise, special message techniques, and rejuvenating measures known as pancha karma. Pathology and diagnosis are covered in plain English along with a discussion of the most commonly used ayurvedic herbs. Other new information includes ayurvedic hatha yoga, general healing, pregnancy and post-partum, and stress reduction.

Swami Sadashiva Tirtha is the founder of the Swami Narayan Tirtha Math Hindu monastery. He is the author of Ayurveda Primer and Bhagavad Gita for Modern Times. He lives in New York.

Dedication

viii

Photo of Atrea

ix

Poem

x

Foreword

xii

Photos of Himalayas, Ashwins

xiii

Acknowledgments

xiv

Photos of Ayurvedic doctors and centers

xv

Introduction

xvi

SECTION 1: Fundamentals

xvii

Overview

1

(12)

The Human Universe

13

(24)

SECTION 2: Analysis

37

(28)

Analyzing Constitutions and Illness

39

(26)

SECTION 3: Therapeutics

65

(286)

Herbology

67

(46)

Glossary

113

(8)

Nutrition

121

(48)

Pancha Karma

169

(80)

Aromatherapy

249

(6)

Hatha Yoga and Pranayama

255

(58)

Sound Therapy: Mantras, Chakras, and Music

313

(8)

Color and Gems

321

(10)

External Influences: Lifestyle, Seasons, Exercise

331

(6)

Psychology, Ethics and Spiritual Counseling

337

(14)

SECTION 4: Specific Illnesses & Diseases

351

(4)

Circulatory System

355

(8)

Bleeding

Anemia

Heart

Blood Pressure

Arteriosclerosis

Paraplegia

Digestive System

363

(30)

Anorexia

Vomiting

Diarrhea/Dysentery

Digestion

Abdomen

Jaundice

Gall Stones

Dyspepsia

Indigestion

Gastroenteritis

Colic

Hyperacidity

Gastritis

Malabsorption

Parasites

Constipation

Hemorrhoids

Obesity

Candida

Ulcers

Toxin (Ama)

Infections and Wounds

393

(16)

Fever

Abscess

Sinus

Wounds

Inflammatory Ulcers

Fractures/Dislocations

Respiratory System

409

(10)

Cough

Breathing

Hiccup

TB

Cold

Urinary System

419

(10)

Urine

Diabetes

Ear, Nose, Throat, Mouth, and Eyes

429

(28)

Ears

Nose

Catarrh

Hoarse Throat

Eyes

Mouth

Nervous System

457

(22)

Convulsions

Sciatica

Insanity

Epilepsy

Addictions

Alcohol Recovery

Fainting

Coma

Wasting

Multiple Sclerosis

Parkinsons

Alzheimers

Skin

479

(14)

Warts

Skin

Leukoderma

Herpes Zoster

Neoplasm/Abnormal Growths

493

(10)

Scrotum

Fistula

Elephantiasis

Hernia

Tumors

Cancer

Reproductive System

503

(24)

Females

Childbirth

Planets and Newborns

Males

Venereal Diseases

Immune System

527

(4)

HIV/AIDS

Epstein Barr

Allergies

Metabolic System

531

(10)

Edema

Meningitis

Quinsy

Tonsillitis

Abscesses

Goiter

Hyperthyroidism

Benign Tumors

Gout

Thirst

Miscellaneous:

541

(16)

Three Vital Organs-Heart, Head, Bladder

Headaches, Migraines

Arthritis, Rheumatism

Dangerous Spiritual Practices

Herbs for Tissues and Organs

Gland Definitions

Organs and Doshas

When to Take Herbs

Herbal Recipes

Mutually Incompatible Foods

Herb Preparation and Use

Herb Mixing

Ayurvedic Acupuncture

Outer Healing

557

(28)

Beauty Care

External Influences of Architecture

Vastu Shastra

Feng Shui

Scientific Research

Ecological-caused disorders

Appendixes

Sanskrit Alphabet

585

(2)

Dosha Self-Test

587

(2)

Client Health History Form

589

(2)

Dosha Food Plans

591

(16)

Resources

607

(6)

Glossary

613

(10)

Bibliography

623

(4)

Index

627

(32)

End poem

669

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