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The Divine Science of Life
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By
Todd Caldecott, CIH, AHG, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Clinical Herbalist in private practice, Vancouver BC, Canada
Description
This unique one-of-a-kind book is a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practice of Ayurveda, and discusses the practical use
of therapies such as diet, exercise, yoga, meditation, massage, and herbal remedies. The book also includes detailed information on Ayurvedic
pharmacology and pharmacy, clinical methods and examinations, and general treatment protocols. Plus, a helpful section provides a comprehensive
materia medica of 50 Indian herbs that include botanical descriptions, traditional Ayurvedic knowledge, constituent data and the latest
medical research, as well as clinical indications, formulations, and dosages.
Contents
Part One: Theory and Practice of Ayurveda
1. Foundation
2. Theory
3. Constitution and Consciousness
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The Physical Body
5. Ayurvedic Living
6. Pharmacology and Pharmacy
7. Food and Drink
8. Pathology and Disease
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Clinical Methodology and Case History
10. Clinical Examination
11. Treatment of Disease
Part Two: Ayurvedic
Materia medica
Appendix 1.
Dietary and Lifestyle Regimens
Appendix 2.
Ayurvedic
Formulations
Appendix 3.
Glossary of Ayurvedic Herbs, Minerals and Animal Products
Appendix 4.
Ayurvedic Weights and Measures
Appendix 5.
Glossary of Ayurvedic Terms
Appendix 6.
Ayurvedic
Resources
Bibliography and References
Index
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Hardbound, 392 pages, publication date: SEP-2006
ISBN-13: 978-0-7234-3410-8
ISBN-10: 0-7234-3410-7
Imprint: MOSBY
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Last update: 30 Nov 2009
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