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Ayurvedic Medicine clearly and comprehensively presents the unique theories and traditions of Ayurveda making them accessible to the health practitioner of today. With a brief history of traditional medicine in India and discussion of principles, treatment strategies and traditional Ayurvedic pharmacy and pharmacology, the book offers an essential overview of the culture in which Ayurveda has developed and the scientific basis behind this holistic approach. It details over 100 plant profiles of Ayurvedic herbs, with images of fresh and dried plants, and 50 traditional formulas, including characteristics, usage, combinations, contraindications, and safety and dosage information for each.This essential resource explains the traditional medical system of Ayurveda, and provides guidance to students and practitioners on how to incorporate herbal medicine into their life and practice.

Ayurvedic Medicine brings the unique theories and traditions of Ayurveda alive so that they are accessible to the complementary health practitioner of today. This book offers a clear, accessible and yet detailed guide to Ayurvedic herbalism. It encompasses a brief history of the growth of Ayurveda , a discussion of its fundamental principles, treatment strategies as well as the energetic approach of traditional Ayurvedic herbal pharmacy and pharmacology. It also emphasizes the importance of using sustainably harvested herbs in clinical practice. The introductory "theoretical" chapters complement the core of the book that includes over 100 plant profiles of Ayurvedic herbs and 50 traditional formulas.- The herbal material medica of Ayurveda is discussed, along with traditional ayurvedic energetics, in way that is accessible to the western complementary practitioner.- Uniquely styled plant profiles include information on over 100 herbs and 25 formulas.- The Ayurvedic theory of clinical treatment is clearly presented, as well as its application.- Material represents a blend of traditional medicine with modern research, combining pure Ayurveda with modern phytotherapy and bio-medicine.- Coverage of each plant includes details on growing habitat and special characteristics.- Practical step-by-step instructions explain how to prepare herbal medicines in the unique Ayurvedic style - oils, creams, ghees, jams, etc.- Photos are provided of both the freshly growing herbs and dried samples.- Authored by an experienced Medical Herbalist, Ayurvedic practitioner, and passionate herb grower well-versed in the classical Ayurvedic texts and contemporary writings.

This highly anticipated second edition is an essential resource on the traditional medical system of Ayurveda, equipping students and practitioners with knowledge on how to incorporate herbal medicine into their lives and practice.Students and practitioners will benefit from a history of traditional Indian medicine, core principles, treatment strategies and traditional Ayurvedic pharmacology. Crucial updates to this second edition include extensive new content on herb safety and sustainability, plus clear sustainability alerts for specific herbs throughout the book.With extensively updated references, over 100 plant profiles, and 50 traditional formulas including characteristics, usage, combinations, safety, and dosage, this is an invaluable text for practitioners of Ayurvedic medicine.