Ayurveda: Breaking the Rules Without Breaking the Principles: A Clinical Approach to Lifestyle Medicine

"Ayurveda: Breaking the Rules Without Breaking the Principles" serves as a comprehensive introduction to the ancient healing art of Ayurveda, meticulously woven with elements of Lifestyle Medicine. The book unravels the fundamental principles of this 5,000-year-old science, emphasizing the need for balance in body, mind, and spirit.

The key to this healing discipline, as the book elaborates, lies in self-knowledge and establishing a deep connection with the natural world. Once the basic principles are comprehended, the book encourages readers to break traditional rules to tailor the practice to their unique needs, respecting the fact that Ayurveda was not designed to create a uniform path for all.

The book further explores the beauty and philosophy of Ayurveda, relating it to the fields of epigenetics and spirituality, thus fostering a mind-body union and self-awareness about how our choices influence our well-being. Readers are guided to contemplate various aspects of their lives, from the climate they live in and their upbringing to their genetic makeup and personal belief system, all influencing their individual health journey.

The book offers insight into creating a personalized Ayurvedic lifestyle, including daily routines like sleep hygiene, oral health, gut alkalization, self-oil massage (abhyanga), yoga asanas, pranayama breathwork techniques, and meditation. It also delves into crafting simple meals promoting health for all dosha types, using the right ingredients and food combinations.


Author: Amita Nathwani, Lindsay Mattison
Publisher: Bookbaby
Published: 09/11/2023
Pages: 206
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75lbs
ISBN13: 9781734549843
ISBN10: 173454984X
BISAC Categories:
- Health & Fitness | Healthy Living & Personal Hygiene