About the Author. Dedication. Preface. Acknowledgements. Abbreviations. Introduction. Part I. 1. The History of Ayurveda and the Growth of the Materia Medica. 2. The Basic Principles of Ayurveda. 3. Ayurvedic Herbal Pharmacology and Pharmacy.: Dravyaguna and Bhaisajya Vyakhyana. 4. Ayurvedic Therapy and Treatment: Cikitsa. Case Studies. 5. The Scientific Basis of Ayurveda. Part II. 6. Plant Profiles. Plant Profile Template. Ajmoda. Ajwain. Aloe. Amalaki. Anthrapachaka. Aragvadha. Arjuna. Askoka. Ashwagandha. Bakuchi. Bala. Bhallataka. Bhringaraja. Bhumiamalaki. Bibhitaki. Bilva. Brahmi. Cardamon. Castor. Chiretta. Chitraka. Chrysanthemum. Cinnamon. Cloves. Coleus. Coriander. Cumin. Damanaka. Daruharidra. Devadaru. Dhattura. Ephedra. Fennel. Fenugreek. Frankincense (Indian). Garlic. Ginger. Gokshura. Gotu Kola. Guduchi. Guggulu. Gurmar. Haritaki. Hemp Seed. Hingu. Jasmine. Jatamamsi. Kalamegha. Kanchanara. Kapikacchu. Karavella. Krishna Jiraka. Kushtha. Kutaja. Kutki. Lemon and Lime. Lemongrass. Licorice. Lotus. Manjishtha. Mint. Mustaka. Mustard Seed. Myrrh. Neem. Nutmeg. Pepper. Pippali. Pit Shirisha. Pomegranate. Psyllium. Punarnava. Pushkaramoola. Rhubarb. Rose. Safed Musali. Safflower. Saffron. Salt. Sandalwood. Sariva. Sarpagandha. Senna. Shankhapushpi. Shatavari. Shilajit. Tagarah. Tila. Trivrut. Tulsi. Turmeric. Vacha. Vamsa Lochana. Varuna. Vasa. Vidanga. Vidari. 7. 52 Common Ayurvedic Formulas. Asava, Arista: Medicated Wines. Avaleha: Medicinal Jams. Curna: Powder Preparations. Pusyanuga Curna. Guggulu: Pills made with Commiphora Mukul. Kvatha: Decoctions. Siddha Ghrta: Medicated Ghees. Siddha Taila: Medicated Oils. Vati: Tablets. Part III. Appendix 1: Tables. Appendix 2: Treatment Glossary. Appendix 3: Glossary of Terms. Appendix 4: Resources. Appendix 5: Bibliography. Appendix 6: Index of Plant Names. Appendix 7: A Note on the Transliteration and Pronunciation of the Sounds. Index.
This book provides guidance on how to incorporate herbal medicine into life and practice, with details of over 100 plant profiles of Ayurvedic herbs and 50 traditional formulas
Sebastian Pole, Lic OHM, Ayur HC, is an Ayurvedic Practitioner and Chinese Herbalist working in Bath, UK, and is also a passionate ecologist. He is a member of the Ayurvedic Practitioners Association and former Director of the Pharmacopoeia Committee, as well as a member of the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine. He has spent many years living in India studying Ayurveda and Yoga, has a degree in Hindi and Indian Religions and is a qualified yoga teacher. Sebastian is the Herbal Director and founding partner of Pukka Herbs, The Organic Ayurvedic Herb Specialists.
This book offers an overview of the culture in which Ayurveda
devleoped and a scientific basis behind its theories and
traditions. It then discusses the principles and treatment
strategies used in Ayurveda... Suggestions guide the reader into
creating good combinations and developing these into blends, with
50 traditional formulas used as examples. -- American Herb
Association Quarterly
This is a book that makes reading and learning easy - easy on the
eye, layout and written in a manner that captivates and makes one
want more. A good reference book for anyone with an interest in
Ayurveda and Ayurvedic herbs... This is a book that can be dipped
into many times with each time bringing to the forefront a new gem.
-- Seed Institute Newsletter
Sebastian Pole has composed a creditably written manual for
practitioners and students alike. He has captured the holistic
approach of Ayurvedic Medicine in such a simplistic way, that this
intricate method becomes an easy read. Pole's book educates the
reader on all aspects of this traditionally Indian system of
Healing, he has established some of the original concepts of this
practice, and explains in great detail the basic principles and
even the scientific foundations of the medicine. -- The Association
of Natural Medicines Limited
Ayurvedic Medicine clearly and comprehensively presents the unique
theories and traditions of Ayurveda making them accessible to the
health practitioner of today... the book offers an essential
overview of the culture in which Ayurveda has developed and the
scientific basis behind this holistic approach... This essential
resource explains the traditional medical system of Ayurveda, and
provides guidance to students and practitioners on how to
incorporate herbal medicine into their life and practice. -- Embody
Magazine
At last, a truly excellent Ayurvedic textbook, ideal for herbal
practitioners and students alike as well as for other healthcare
practitioners, enabling not only a proper understanding of
Ayurvedic principles, but also providing a practical materia medica
as a vital reference during practice. This is a book that goes far
beyond the many more superficial books so far available on Ayurveda
and other available textbooks on Ayurvedic herbs that present a
largely Western pharmacological approach while neglecting the
Ayurvedic applications. -- Annie McIntyre, FNIMH, MAPA, Ayur HC,
Practising Medical Herbalist, UK
For the western herbal clinician this book by Sebastian Pole
represents an ideal and valuable introduction to the complex
discipline of Ayurveda. Written in a clear, logical and accurate
manner by an author who is well-versed in both Ayurveda and western
herbalism, it outlines the basic principles of philosophy,
diagnosis and treatment as well as the individual properties of the
extensive Ayurvedic materia medica. No doubt serious students of
Ayurveda will find it essential reading. -- Kerry Bone, BSc (Hons),
Dip Phyto, FNIMH, FNHAA, AHG, MCPP, FANTA, Principal of the
Australian College of Phytotherapy and Associate Professor in the
School of Health at the University of New England
Pole has created a multi-faceted text on Ayurvedic herbs and their
medicinal use. The structure of the text is in two major parts. In
the first part, he discusses the foundations, principles, and
tenets of Ayurveda. This offers a solid foundation for the
utilization of part two in which 150 herbs and formulas are
profiled. [...] The whole text, beautifully presented [...], is a
treasure that belongs in the library of every student and
practitioner!" -- Light on Ayurveda Journal (LOAJ), Vol. VI, Issue
3
Ayurvedic Medicine - the principles of traditional practice, is
well worthy of in depth study for students, scholars and
practitioners of Ayervedic Medicine. -- John E Smith * The
Herbalist *
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