The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies is a comprehensive encyclopedia of self-healing. Based on an ancient healing tradition from India that dates back thousands of years and is becoming increasingly popular in the West, The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies is a definitive guide to safe, effective alternatives to Western medical treatments.Dr Lad, a leading researcher in the field of Ayurvedic medicine, first explains the principles behind the science of Ayurveda. He explores the physical characteristics of each of the three doshas or body types - vata, pitta and kapha. Focusing on the connection between mind-body energies, he shows you how to determine which type or combination of types you are, and helps you to begin your journey to the ultimate state of balance and well-being.Once you have discovered your dosha, The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies can be used as a handy reference guide to common ailments and chronic problems, including cold and flu symptoms, toothaches, sore throats, acne, arthritis, high cholesterol, vision problems, anxiety, menopausal problems, sores and depression. Using yoga postures, meditation, herbs and essential oils that can be found in almost any health food store, Lad offers simple, natural solutions for a variety of conditions as well as prevention methods. This book enables individuals to experience the benefits of Ayurveda's healing properties without having to go to expensive treatment centres or buy highly priced supplements.

Complete with an extensive resource list of Ayurvedic herbs and suppliers, this is the definitive guide to safe, effective alternatives to Western medical treatments.