Ayurvedic Herbal Medicine for Beginners - by Danielle Martin (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Live better through the power of Ayurvedic herbal medicine

For thousands of years, Ayurvedic herbal medicine has been used to help treat everything from anxiety to the common cold--and now you can learn how to make these traditional natural remedies at home. This guide is the perfect choice for anyone interested in exploring alternative medicine, introducing fundamental concepts in a way that's easy to understand.

What sets this herbal medicine book apart:

• Ayurvedic herbology explained--Get started with an overview of what Ayurveda is and how it can benefit you, as well as the art of crafting herbal medicine.
• Herb profiles--From Ajwain (carom seed) to Yashtimadhu (licorice), discover 35 must-know Ayurvedic herbs, their various uses, and any precautions you should take when working with them.
• More than 100 healing remedies--Care for yourself and others by learning to make Allergy-Relief Honey, a Soothing Sore Throat Gargle, a Clarifying Hair Rinse, and more.

Embrace the healing power of Ayurvedic herbalism with this beginner-friendly guide.

Review Quotes

"Danielle has beautifully simplified the vast pharmacy of Ayurvedic medicine and herbalism. I love how she has brought the herbs to life with the recipes she has included." --Nicole Herbert, Ayurvedic doctor and pharmacy director at Alandi Ashram School for Ayurvedic Medicine

"Danielle has done us a great service by making the healing power of ayurvedic herbalism available to anyone who knows how to boil water. This book is not just for beginners--I have (re)discovered beloved remedies that I am now using for my own self-care, and I recommend this as a resource for my clients who want to be proactive in their self-healing process. Danielle's many years of training and clinical experience are apparent in the simple manner with which she describes complex concepts. She provides a concise yet thorough introduction to Ayurveda to empower beginners of all ages to make wise use of this time-honored healing tradition." --David Telfer McConaghay, Ayurvedic doctor

"I love this book. It provides a streamlined overview of the basic fundamentals of Ayurvedic medicine. The book has a description of the most commonly used herbs including their action, indications, and contraindications. My favorite part was the section that covered the most common ailments experienced by the general population and the practical formulations and remedies that can be readily made at home. The book is laid out in well organized, easy-to-follow format, with many full-color pictures. This book should be an at-home reference for the general public and all health care practitioners." --Dr. George Cromack, DC, chiropractic physician

"What an Ayurvedic treasure! Danielle's writing is clear and succinct, yet extremely thorough. Ayurvedic novices will uncover an easy-to-follow roadmap sure to deliver results. Experienced practitioners will receive a quick refresh of the fundamentals while uncovering precious nuggets and subtle explanations to help them take their practice to the next level. The breadth of recipes for remedies is truly amazing! As an Ayurvedic practitioner myself, I wish I had access to this content when I first started my practice. Thank you, Danielle, for your diligence in creating and sharing the most practical guide to Ayurvedic herbology that I have ever encountered." --Karen Callahan, Positively Ayurvedic, CAS, PKS

About the Author

DANIELLE MARTIN is an Ayurvedic practitioner and founder of Svastha Ayurveda. She graduated from the Ayurvedic Institute and Alandi Ayurveda Gurukula. You can find more of Danielle's writing and recipes at SvasthaAyurveda.com.