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Rebalance your mind, body and spirit--the natural way!Ayurveda is an ancient system of prevention and treatment of illness by maintaining balance in the body, mind, and spirit according to your individual body type.Ayurveda For Dummies provides you with a comprehensive introduction to this area of complementary medicine, considering the origins and history of Ayurveda as well as practical guidance on utilizing the correct balance of nutrition and exercise, herbal remedies, yoga, and Ayurvedic massage to treat ailments and maintain a healthy, happy lifestyle.* Helps you develop a diet based on your body type* Advises you on ways to optimize your health by exercising to suit your body type* Gives you trusted info on stretching your body with YogaThis hands-on, friendly guide helps you understand your body type and restore balance to your life using the principles of Ayurveda.

Ayurveda For Dummies

Introduction 1Part I: Getting Started with Ayurveda 7Chapter 1: Introducing Ayurveda: The Science of Life 9Chapter 2: Focusing on the Fundamental Principles 15Chapter 3: Uncovering the Subtle Energy Systems 27Chapter 4: Determining Your Constitution 39Part II: Living in Harmony with Ayurveda: Promoting Good Health 47Chapter 5: Ease and Disease: Health According to Ayurveda 49Chapter 6: The Rules of the Day: Dinacharya and Staying in Balance 65Chapter 7: Seeking Union with Yoga 83Chapter 8: Night-time Rituals for Sound Sleep and Fertility 107Chapter 9: Changing Your Diet with the Seasons 119Part III: Appetising Approaches to a Healthy Diet 131Chapter 10: Stimulating the Palate: A Taste of Things to Come 133Chapter 11: Selecting the Right Diet for Your Type 147Chapter 12: Optimising Your Diet: A Recipe For Success 159Part IV: Fitting Ways to Enhance Healing 175Chapter 13: Stoking the Fire: Caring For Your Digestive System 177Chapter 14: The Respiratory System: Breathing Life into Your Body 189Chapter 15: Flexible Approaches for Your Musculoskeletal System 199Chapter 16: The Secrets of Healthy Skin and Hair 209Part V: The Part of Tens 221Chapter 17: Ten Herbs For Maintaining Health 223Chapter 18: Ten Super Spices for Your Kitchen 233Part VI: Appendices 239Appendix A: Sanskrit Glossary 241Appendix B: Botanical Index 245Appendix C: Suppliers 247Index 253