For the first time a book is available which clearly explains the principles and practical applications of Ayurveda, the oldest healing system in the world. This beautifully illustrated text thoroughly explains the following:

• History & Philosophy 
• Basic Principles
• Diagnostic Techniques
• Treatment
• Diet
• Medicinal Usage of Kitchen Herbs & Spices
• First Aid
• Food Antidotes 
• And much more
  

More than 50 concise charts, diagrams and tables are included, as well as a glossary and index in order to further clarify the text.

Dr.Vasant Lad, a native of India, has been a practitioner and professor of Ayurvedic Medicine for more than 50 years. He is presently the director of the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico and teaches the Ayurvedic Studies Programs, Level 1 and 2, as well as advanced training programs in India each year. 

Dr. Lad also travels throughout the world, consulting privately and giving seminars on Ayurveda, its history, theory, principles and practical applications. He is the author of 11 books on Ayurveda as well as hundreds of articles and other writings.

Dr. Vasant Lad (1943-Present), B.A.M.S., M.A.Sc., was born in India and served three years as the medical director of the Ayurvedic Hospital in Pune, India. He is a world-renowned expert on the practices and health benefits of Ayurvedic medicine and has lectured at seminars and workshops with Deepak Chopra, M.D., and Andrew Weil, M.D. Founder of the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico, he currently serves as its director.