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Ayurveda: Life, Health, and Longevity (Arkana) | 
 enlarge | Author: Robert E. Svoboda
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Category: Book
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Rating:  4 reviews
Sales Rank: 1149526
Media: Paperback
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.5
Dimensions (in): 7.7 x 5.2 x 0.7
ISBN: 0140193227
Dewey Decimal Number: 615.53
EAN: 9780140193220
ASIN: 0140193227
Publication Date: May 4, 1993
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Ayurveda addresses the well-being of the entire being - physical, psychological and spiritual - in an approach to health & healing that is as relevant to the modern world as it was to the ancient world from which it emerged. Herbs and minerals, nutrition and purification, affirmative ways of living are a few of the ways in which Ayurveda treats not just the ailment but the whole person, emphasizing prevention of disease to avoid the need for cure. The Ayurvedic principles and practices outlined in this book form a sound basis for accessing optimal health in balance.
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The Best Introduction to Ayurveda Out There March 28, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Excellent introduction to the subject by one of the foremost practitioners and teachers of Ayurveda in the western world. highly recommended
In-depth presentation of the theory of Ayurveda January 10, 2007
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
This is an excellent book to understand the theoretical basis of Ayurvedic medicine. The complexity of Ayurveda's theory is often overlooked for its knowledge of herbs and diet. Vasant Lad's "The Science of Self-Healing: A Practical Guide..." is very useful for such practical information; anyone wanting a quick perusal of what Ayurveda can offer should consult his book.
For those already familiar with Ayurveda or medicine, however, this book opens your mind. His writing style is excellent (certainly a higher level than Vasant Lad's books), but very engaging and easy to read. I do not know how to describe his style (you should look at excepts), but he takes you through every aspect of Ayurvedic medicine, starting with the fundamentals. Almost like a narrative, he tells the story of the Ayurvedic view of the human being and the universe, thus illustrating what the Ayurvedic philosophy means.
One criticism I have is that he does not cite his references. This is particularly problematic when he refers to "recent discoveries" or what "modern science" says; he has a bibliography, but that mostly contains books pertinent to Ayurveda. Also, some of the comparisons he makes to allopathic medicine and anatomy are questionable, such as the existence of a deposit of magnetic metal in the frontal bone of the skull. As a student at a US medical school, I would advise to take some of these comparisons with a grain of salt. Nonetheless, he is familiar with the ideas and theory behind allopathic medicine, and he makes thought-provoking comparisons to the Ayurvedic system.
I highly recommend this book to those who want a further understanding of the philosophy that is Ayurveda.
Excellent introduction to Ayurveda. September 15, 2005
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
If you want to understand the history of Ayurveda and the basic concepts of this science of life, read this book. I'm presently reading several ayurveda books and this one has impress me very much with its clarity and Dr. Svoboda way of writing. There are other great books on this subject by Dr. Vasant Lad.
Pure guide May 2, 2000
7 out of 12 found this review helpful
This is indispensable for serious students.
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