Textbook of AyurvedaFundamental Principles - Volume 1

"Ayurveda is a medical science, and its purpose is to heal and maintain the quality and longevity of life. It is the art of daily living that evolved from practical, philosophical and spiritual enlightenment rooted in an understanding of Creation."

In his Ayurvedic Studies programme, Ayurvedic physician Vasant Lad teaches Ayurveda as the science of life in every moment. Each lecture flows from his heart like a river of healing wisdom, inspired and relevant to the students present at the time.

This textbook presents Vasant Lad's many years of teaching in this classroom. In a dynamic and inspiring way, it conveys the philosophical and fundamental principles from the first year of his Ayurvedic Studies programme at the Ayurvedic Institute. The book gives students a detailed foundation on which to continue deeper study, including future volumes in this series.

• Philosophical principles — Conveys Ayurveda's philosophical and fundamental principles.
• Detailed foundation — Gives students a detailed foundation for deeper study.
• Many years of teaching — A presentation of Vasant Lad's many years of teaching.
• Extensive experience — Vasant Lad brings extensive classroom and clinical experience to the United States.