This book is a companion to Āyurvedic studies. It discusses the history and evolution of Ayurveda, its philosophy, and its practical uses in everyday life—from medicine to mental wellbeing.
It harks back to the traditional Indian concept of four aspects of lifelong learning. These were instruction by the teacher, individual effort, learning from companions and lastly, wisdom gathered over a lifetime.
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1. Roots of Āyurveda
2. Traditional Medicine in Buddhist India
3. Evolution of Āyurveda from Caraka to Vāgbhaṭa
4. Philosophical Ideas in Āyurveda
5. Body in Health
6. Body in Disease
7. Food and Drinks
8. A Code For Living
9. Clinical Medicine
10. Medical Treatment of Diseases
11. Drugs (Dravyas) and Taste (Rasa)
12. Surgical Treatment of Diseases
13. Treatment of Fractures; Selected Surgical Procedures
14. Rejuvenation (Rasāyana) and Enhancement of Sexual Potency (Vājīkaraṇa)
15. Training of A Physician
16. A Science Initiative in Āyurveda (ASIIA)
17. Musings on Āyurveda
18. Quotations
Biography
M S Valiathan; National Research Professor, Manipal University, Manipal, India
