Description
Book SynopsisRebalance your mind, body and spirit the natural way! Ayurveda is an ancient system of prevention and treatment of illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind, and spirit according to your individual body type.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1
Part I: Getting Started with Ayurveda 7
Chapter 1: Introducing Ayurveda: The Science of Life 9
Chapter 2: Focusing on the Fundamental Principles 15
Chapter 3: Uncovering the Subtle Energy Systems 27
Chapter 4: Determining Your Constitution 39
Part II: Living in Harmony with Ayurveda: Promoting Good Health 47
Chapter 5: Ease and Disease: Health According to Ayurveda 49
Chapter 6: The Rules of the Day: Dinacharya and Staying in Balance 65
Chapter 7: Seeking Union with Yoga 83
Chapter 8: Night-time Rituals for Sound Sleep and Fertility 107
Chapter 9: Changing Your Diet with the Seasons 119
Part III: Appetising Approaches to a Healthy Diet 131
Chapter 10: Stimulating the Palate: A Taste of Things to Come 133
Chapter 11: Selecting the Right Diet for Your Type 147
Chapter 12: Optimising Your Diet: A Recipe For Success 159
Part IV: Fitting Ways to Enhance Healing 175
Chapter 13: Stoking the Fire: Caring For Your Digestive System 177
Chapter 14: The Respiratory System: Breathing Life into Your Body 189
Chapter 15: Flexible Approaches for Your Musculoskeletal System 199
Chapter 16: The Secrets of Healthy Skin and Hair 209
Part V: The Part of Tens 221
Chapter 17: Ten Herbs For Maintaining Health 223
Chapter 18: Ten Super Spices for Your Kitchen 233
Part VI: Appendices 239
Appendix A: Sanskrit Glossary 241
Appendix B: Botanical Index 245
Appendix C: Suppliers 247
Index 253
