Ayurveda: The Gentle Health System [Hardcover]

Hans. H. Rhyner (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 30, 1998

Ayurveda has kept people well naturally for centuries. Now it has been rediscovered by western health practitioners, and it is revolutioninzing our thinking about nutrition and disease prevention. Here is an easy to read, lavishly illustrated book that shows how it works. Rather than relying on medication to cure ailments. Ayurveda emphasizes daily nutrition habits and physical routines for maintaining physical health. You will find ways to diagnose and treat many conditions yourself that might otherwise require medical attention. Also you will find specific treatment that are given for a variety of illnesses, with suggestions for daily living, including nutrition, relief of stress and detoxifying environmental pollutants. The author presents the Ayurvedic concept in classical style, outlining the underlying philosophy, then moving on to the pathophysiological aspects, and with a discussion on the different therapies. He also explains the typology of the different consttutions. Everyone who is interested in maintaining one's health the natural way will fascinating ideas on every page.

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Language Notes

Text: English
Original Language: German --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Dr. Rhyner is an Ayurveda Physician practicing in Switzerland and India.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 144 pages
• Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass, (August 30, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 8120815009
• ISBN-13: 978-8120815001
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 1 x 9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,600,096 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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