Contents: Foreword. Preface. I. Body constitution and Ayurvedic herbs: 1. Introduction. 2. Know your body constitution (Personality). 3. Preparation and administration of herbs. 4. Anupana. II. Holistic and preventive herbs: A. Herbs which improve mental acquity, memory and intelligence (Psychoprotective): 5. (I). Brahmi (Bacopa Monnierii). (II). Mandukparni (Centella Asiatica/Hydrocotyle Asiatica). 6. Shankhapushpi (Convolvulus Pluricaulis Chois). 7. Vacha (Acorus Calamus). 8. Petha/Kaddu (Benincasa Hispida). B. Herbs which promote rejuvenation and longevity (Rasayana): 9. Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera Linn.). 10. Amla (Phyllanthus Emblica). C. Herbs which strengthen the heart and prevent heart ailments (Cardioprotective): 11.Sarpagandha (Rauwolfia Serpentina Benth.). 12. Arjun (Terminalia Arjuna W. & A.). 13. Jatamansi (Nardostachys Jatamansi). D. Herbs which enhance the vital force, i.e. immunity and defence of the body (Immuno-modulator): 14. Giloy (Tinospora Cordifolia Will) Miers. E. Herbs which manage the gastric and respiratory problems: 15. Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza Glabra). 16. Kuth (Saussurea Lappa). 17. Ustakhuddus (Lavendula Stoechas). F. Herbs which activate nervous system and alleviate depression and anxiety: 18. Malkangni (Celastrus Paniculatus Will.). 19. Tagar (Valeriana Jatamansi/Veleriana Wallichii). III. Herbs for prevention and management of dreaded diseases: AIDS and cancer: 20. Management of AIDS with herbs. 21. Management of cancer with herbs. 22. The role of Rasayana herbs in daily life (Rejuvenatives and anti-ageing). Appendix. Index.
"Herbs have been used since time immemorial to manage and cure most of the health problems, for maintaining good health and to promote rejuvenation and longevity. Traditional herbal folk remedies have led scientists to the development of numerous modern drugs.
This book will reveal to the reader how sincerely the author of this book has made an efficient attempt to present before the readers knowledge about the types of body constitution (personality) and Ayurvedic herbs, for the promotion of health and prevention and cure of diseases in the simplest possible way.
Effective, rare and miraculous formulations are given which are essential for maintenance of good health, so that one can enjoy full potential throughout his/her life span.
This book is a must for every man and woman interested in natural and holistic approach of Ayurvedic wonder herbs for good health, rejuvenation and longevity." (jacket)
