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Ayurveda in The New Millennium: Emerging Roles and Future Challenges
by D. Suresh KumarAyurveda or "the sacred knowledge of longevity" has been practiced in India and many Asian countries since time immemorial. Interest in Ayurveda started growing all over the world in the late 1970s, following the Alma Ata Declaration adopted by the W.H.O. in 1978. Ayurveda in the New Millennium: Emerging Roles and Future Challenges attempts to survey the progress made in this field and to formulate a course of action to take Ayurveda through the new millennium. It also identifies the many stumbling blocks that need to be removed if Ayurveda is to cater to the needs of a wider audience. Features: Newer insights into the history of Ayurveda Regulatory aspects of the manufacture of ayurvedic medicines Industrial production of traditional ayurvedic medicines Quality control The scientific rationale of single herb therapy Biological effects of ayurvedic formulations Optimization of ancient wisdom and newer knowledge Conservation of threatened herbs Nutraceuticals and cosmeceuticals from Ayurveda Critical view of Ayurveda in the West Direction for the Ayurveda renaissance Ayurveda in the New Millennium: Emerging Roles and Future Challenges describes the strength of Ayurveda and how to usher in the Ayurveda renaissance. This book will be of interest to proponents of Ayurveda and all branches of traditional and alternative medicine. Experts from the fields of medicine, pharmacology, new drug discovery and food technology will also find it useful.
Ayurveda in Yoga Teaching (Yoga Teaching Guides)
by Tarik DervishEnabling yoga teachers to use and integrate Ayurveda principles and practices in their teaching, Tarik Dervish offers practitioners the skills needed to adapt their classes, and deliver workshops and courses that will meet the needs of students throughout the changing seasons and stages of life.The book includes chapters on teaching asana, pranayama and yoga nidra with an ayurvedic approach, how to adapt to the seasons, integrate marma points and courses and lesson planning. Part of Singing Dragon's Yoga Teaching Guides series, Ayurveda in Yoga Teaching is essential for those wanting to deepen their understanding of yoga's sister science - including its authentic historical context - and incorporate Ayurvedic principles in yoga teaching and sequencing.
The Ayurveda Kitchen: Transform your kitchen into a sanctuary for health - with 80 perfectly balanced recipes
by Anne Heigham'Anne Heigham has brought the ancient, timeless wisdom of Ayurveda into these energizing recipes that nourish the doshas.Anne Heigham has brought the ancient, timeless wisdom of Ayurveda into these energizing recipes that nourish the doshas.' Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, Ayurvedic Physician'Let food be your first medicine and the kitchen your first pharmacy.' Taittiriya UpanishadBy using the principles of Ayurveda, which is one of the fastest growing health practices, and a little vision, transform your kitchen into a space that nourishes your body, mind and soul.With this beautiful introduction to Ayurveda, learn how to use your kitchen as a natural pharmacy to improve your health and prevent imbalances with key Ayurvedic ingredients, 80 perfectly balanced vegetarian recipes and simple home remedies. Ayurveda aims to bring health back into balance, nourishing agni (metabolic fire) and prana (life force), while clearing ama (metabolic waste or 'sludge'). Just imagine fresh, vibrant herbs growing, seeds sprouting and pickles fermenting. Discover how to perform a kitchen sadhana at the beginning of each season, mix your own spice blends and balance recipes according to what you need and how you feel.Sections include:Introduction to AyurvedaAyurveda and seasonal eatingThe kitchen pharmacyRecipes from the Ayurveda kitchenRecipes include:Sweet potato and pea tortillaNourishing spiced pumpkin soupRefuelling rice and red lentil ballsCarrot and beetroot celebration cake
The Ayurveda Kitchen: Transform your kitchen into a sanctuary for health - with 80 perfectly balanced recipes
by Anne Heigham'Anne Heigham has brought the ancient, timeless wisdom of Ayurveda into these energizing recipes that nourish the doshas.Anne Heigham has brought the ancient, timeless wisdom of Ayurveda into these energizing recipes that nourish the doshas.' Vasant Lad, BAM&S, MASc, Ayurvedic Physician'Let food be your first medicine and the kitchen your first pharmacy.' Taittiriya UpanishadBy using the principles of Ayurveda, which is one of the fastest growing health practices, and a little vision, transform your kitchen into a space that nourishes your body, mind and soul.With this beautiful introduction to Ayurveda, learn how to use your kitchen as a natural pharmacy to improve your health and prevent imbalances with key Ayurvedic ingredients, 80 perfectly balanced vegetarian recipes and simple home remedies. Ayurveda aims to bring health back into balance, nourishing agni (metabolic fire) and prana (life force), while clearing ama (metabolic waste or 'sludge'). Just imagine fresh, vibrant herbs growing, seeds sprouting and pickles fermenting. Discover how to perform a kitchen sadhana at the beginning of each season, mix your own spice blends and balance recipes according to what you need and how you feel.Sections include:Introduction to AyurvedaAyurveda and seasonal eatingThe kitchen pharmacyRecipes from the Ayurveda kitchenRecipes include:Sweet potato and pea tortillaNourishing spiced pumpkin soupRefuelling rice and red lentil ballsCarrot and beetroot celebration cake
Ayurveda Made Easy: 50 Exercises for Finding Health, Mindfulness, and Balance (Made Easy Series)
by Heidi E SpearA simple guide to Ayurveda that focuses on exercises and remedies to achieve ultimate health, energy, mindfulness, and balance.Practicing Ayurveda, one of the world&’s oldest holistic healing systems, doesn&’t need to be complicated. Ayurveda Made Easy contains simple strategies to guide you toward a healthier lifestyle perfectly suited to your needs. Ayurveda works to help you understand your body and achieve your personal ideal balance with a series of exercises, activities, and natural remedies. From dietary suggestions to yoga postures and breathing exercises, each page offers practiced steps to improve your body and keep you calm and mindful every day. With over fifty easy-to-follow exercises, Ayurveda Made Easy takes you one step closer to achieving health, peace, and energy for a balanced life.
Ayurveda Secrets of Healing: The Complete Ayurvedic Guide To Healing Through Panch Karma Seasonal Therapies, Diet, Herbal Remedies And Memory
by Maya TiwariThe complete Ayurvedic guide to healing through pancha karma, seasonal therapies, diet, herbal remedies and memory.
The Ayurveda Way: 108 Practices from the World's Oldest Healing System for Better Sleep, Less Stress, Optimal Digestion, and More
by Ananta Ripa AjmeraCelebrated Ayurveda teacher Ananta Ripa Ajmera offers an inspiring introduction to this ancient Indian medical tradition, which complements and extends the health and wellness benefits of yoga. Through 108 short essays you will learn to approach optimal digestion, better sleep, less stress, and a more balanced life. Diet is key, and many essays are accompanied by recipes that incorporate into daily meals spices such as turmeric, cumin, ginger, and mustard seeds. In addition, meditation, yoga and breathing exercises, and self-care practices such as oil pulling and massage, make this time-tested wisdom available to contemporary holistic health enthusiasts — even beginners.
The Ayurvedic Approach to Cancer: Engaging Your Bodys Powerful Healing Abilities Through Mindset, Diet and Lifestyle
by Sam WattsHarness the power of your body to heal through clinically proven, natural, Ayurvedic holistic practices.Optimise your mental and emotional health using the psychology of exceptional survival. Understand practical, straightforward changes to your diet to boost your natural immunity and gut health. Practise the science of circadian medicine as well as the healing benefits of nature immersion, meditation and visualisation, breathing techniques and clinically proven herbal medicines and supplements.The Ayurvedic Approach to Cancer aims to break new ground with its unique approach to supporting those living with cancer by integrating the holistic practices of Ayurveda, a natural system of medicine, with the most advanced, cutting-edge science from the field of exceptional cancer survivorship research.Sam Watts has a PhD in cancer survivorship from the University of Southampton. He is also a trained clinical practitioner of Ayurveda. Sam has led large-scale, NHS-funded clinical investigations of people living with incurable cancers who defy the statistical odds.Sam&’s research has been focused on finding consistencies in the practices that the majority of these cancer patients adopt because he believes that it is very likely that these practices will help us understand what allowed them to become exceptional. His research has indeed found such consistencies and, as an Ayurvedic practitioner, he has also realised that the majority of them fall under the framework of Ayurveda. Over the last decade, Ayurveda has become one of the most-utilised forms of complementary medicine adopted by those living with cancer.In this book, Sam has integrated his exceptional cancer survivorship research and Ayurveda practices into a practical and easy-to-follow blueprint that will engage the body&’s natural ability to heal so you can live with cancer with vitality, well-being and optimism.
The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility: A Natural Approach to Getting Pregnant
by Heather GrzychA PRACTICAL, INTENTIONAL GUIDE TO CREATING ENHANCED CONDITIONS FOR CONCEPTION Creating new life is a natural part of being a woman, but it doesn&’t always come as easily as we expect. With high-stress modern lives, many women&’s bodies are not prepared to nurture the growth of a child, and they may find it challenging to become pregnant. Heather Grzych discovered firsthand that the practice of Ayurveda, and its deep teachings on the Four Fertility Factors, could help her and other women create the optimal conditions for conception. She shares that understanding — which led to the birth of her son — in this comprehensive book. Ayurveda, the ancient &“science of life,&” teaches rejuvenating mind-body-spirit practices and herbal remedies that will help you and your partner align with nature for a healthy conception. You can safely explore this holistic approach as you plan for your pregnancy. With Heather&’s guidance, you will discover and learn to enhance the factors that contribute to fertility and overall well-being, including the spiritual, emotional, and environmental dimensions of conception.
Ayurvedic Healing Cuisine
by Harish JohariAyurvedic Healing Cuisine explains the healing qualities of various foods and spices and recommends combinations appropriate for specific conditions of body and mind. • Provides a complete introduction to the Ayurvedic science of healthy eating. • Includes 200 vegetarian recipes to improve health and longevity. • By Harish Johari, the bestselling author of Chakras, Tools for Tantra, and Numerology. One of the oldest systems of medicine in the world, the Indian science of Ayurveda views the human being as intimately connected with the environment and all other life forms. It prescribes various methods of synchronizing ourselves with the world around us, placing great emphasis on diet and the specific attributes of different foods. Following these ancient guidelines, Harish Johari offers a clear and concise introduction to the principles of Ayurvedic eating and explains the healing qualities that foods and spices impart according to their subtle energies. He suggests special combinations to heal and balance both body and mind and includes 200 vegetarian recipes.
Ayurvedic Herbal Medicine for Beginners: More Than 100 Remedies for Wellness and Balance
by Danielle MartinLive 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.
Ayurvedic Herbs: A Clinical Guide to the Healing Plants of Traditional Indian Medicine
by Virginia M Tyler M.S. PremilaA single-source reference on the most important and best-investigated Ayurvedic herbs This book examines the clinical information available on more than 60 Ayurvedic herbs to determine how their use in traditional Indian medicine is supported by modern scientific study. Plants are grouped according to body systems and each entry includes a description, information on the source plant, distribution and traditional use, active chemical constituents, relevant pharmacology, and details of clinical studies and safety findings. This unique book also includes a brief history of Ayurveda, examines the history of drug development and evaluation in ancient India, and identifies current trends resulting from scientific investigation. Worldwide interest in Ayurveda is growing quickly, especially in the United States, Europe, and Japan. But until now, information on Western-style clinical trials on Ayurveda herbs has been scattered and no single source for descriptions, comments, and references has existed. Ayurvedic Herbs presents the first critical validation of Ayurvedic medicine, extensively referenced for physicians and clinicians interested in alternative and adjunctive therapies. This unique book is essential for making informed choices on herb use, offering clinical trial data, results of pharmacological studies, and safety information.Ayurvedic Herbs examines: gastrointestinal agents hepatoprotective agents respiratory tract agents cardiovascular drugs urinary tract drugs antirheumatic agents skin and trauma care agents gynecological agents antidiabetic agents CNS agents rasayana drugs dental and ophthamological agents and much moreAyurvedic Herbs includes cross-references to chapters when a particular plant has more than one indication and watercolor illustrations of twelve major herbs.
Ayurvedic Inheritance: A Reader's Companion
by M S ValiathanThis book is a companion to Āyurvedic studies. It discusses the history and evolution of Ayurveda, its philosophy, and its practical uses in everyday life—from medicine to mental wellbeing. It harks back to the traditional Indian concept of four aspects of lifelong learning. These were instruction by the teacher, individual effort, learning from companions and lastly, wisdom gathered over a lifetime. Print edition not for sale in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Bhutan)
Ayurvedic Massage: Traditional Indian Techniques for Balancing Body and Mind
by Harish JohariAyurvedic Massage is the first book on the subject, and the first new massage therapy introduced to the West since shiatsu. One of the oldest systems of medicine in the world, Ayurveda views the human being as intimately connected with the environment and all other life forms. Ayurvedic massage works on both the physical and mental levels, transmitting a life-giving energy that assists all systems of the body to repair and renew themselves. Practitioners concentrate on the marmas, subtle energy points that respond to gentle physical manipulation, and work with the needs of the different body types. The author guides both the novice and experienced practitioner through each step in the full body massage and explains which oils work best for particular body types.• Includes massage techniques for expectant mothers and their babies.• Outlines techniques and natural remedies for treating specific disorders, including arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica, and insomnia.• Offers a complete guide to the traditional forty-day beauty treatment as practiced in India, and includes recipes for massage oils, facial creams, and beautifying clay baths.
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeial Plant Drugs: Expanded Therapeutics
by C. P. Khare"This kind of systematic work is exactly what is needed for people to help bridge traditional Ayurvedic practice with modern science." Venkatraman Ramakrishnan, Nobel laureate, current president of the Royal Society and group leader at the Medical Research Council Laboratory of Molecular Biology, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, UKAyurvedic Pharmacopoe
The Ayurvedic Reset Diet: Radiant Health through Fasting, Mono-Diet, and Smart Food Combining
by Vatsala SperlingA step-by-step guide to Ayurvedic dietary resets to gently cleanse your digestive system and reboot your body and mind • Presents easy-to-follow instructions for a full 6- or 8-week Ayurvedic reset diet, as well as a simplified 1-week plan, detailing what to eat and drink day by day • Includes recipes, mindful eating tips, and meal prepping techniques • Explains the healing science of Ayurveda, the rejuvenating benefits of fasting and mono-diets, and how to maximize nutrient absorption with food combining Food sensitivities, chronic inflammation, obesity, and chronic disease are on the rise. Could our modern diets and mindless eating habits be to blame? How do you reboot your system--body, mind, and spirit--and start the path to radiant health? In this easy-to-follow guide to Ayurvedic dietary resets, Vatsala Sperling, Ph.D., details how to rest and gently cleanse your digestive system, lose extra pounds, and reboot your body and mind with the Ayurvedic techniques of fasting, mono-diets, and food combining. She begins by sharing a simplified introduction to the healing science of Ayurveda from India and explains the spiritual, mindful relationship to food at its heart. Offering step-by-step instructions for a full 6- or 8-week Ayurvedic reset diet, as well as a simplified 1-week program, she details, day by day, what to eat and drink and provides recipes and meal prepping tips and techniques. The author explains how to prepare for fasting and the benefits of giving your digestive system a break from food, even if only for one day. She prepares you for mono-dieting--when you eat one type of food such as fruits or vegetables for a set period--and reveals the rejuvenating effects that come from isolating your daily diet to one food type. The author then explores the Ayurvedic techniques of food combining in detail, explaining exactly what to eat when to maximize nutrient absorption. Based on the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, this guide provides everything you need to know to heal your digestive system, prevent chronic ailments, find your healthy weight, and rebuild your sacred relationship with food.
The Ayurvedic Self-Care Handbook: Holistic Healing Rituals For Every Day And Season
by Sarah KuceraAncient self-care for modern life, by the author of the forthcoming The Seven Ways of Ayurveda Feeling burned-out, unmotivated, or stuck? The Ayurvedic Self-Care Handbook is here to help. This authoritative guide to ancient healing offers more than 100 daily and seasonal Ayurvedic rituals—each taking 10 minutes or less—to reconnect you with nature’s rhythms, and to unlock better health, as you: Boost and stabilize your energy with yogic breathing Overcome transitions with grounding meditations Undo physical and emotional stress with personalized yoga postures Prevent and treat disease with nourishing tonics and teas Pause and reflect with daily and weekly journaling prompts. Get back in sync with nature—and rediscover your potential to feel good.
An A–Z Guide to Food Additives: Never Eat What You Can't Pronounce
by Deanna M. MinichA reference for decoding what those mysterious ingredients are—and how they may affect you: “The definitive guide for the health-conscious shopper.” —Robert H. Lerman, MD, PhDHere’s a tongue twister: Say cochineal extract, diacetyl, tertiary butylhydroquinone, BHA, HFCS, and MSG. It's not just knowing how to pronounce what’s in your food that’s important, it's knowing what it does and how it can affect you. The average American consumes about 150 pounds of food additives per year. With so many processed foods on the supermarket shelves, it can be hard to navigate the waters to an additive-free diet.A-Z Guide to Food Additives helps you change the way you eat and shop—providing heart-healthy tips while helping you avoid undesirable food additives. Also, you’ll get the rundown on which additives do no harm and may even be nutritious. This “additive translator” lets you head down to your grocery store with a grocery list in one hand and your newfound knowledge in the other.A-Z Guide to Food Additives delivers:Essential nutrition adviceHints on what to look for when reading those unreadable ingredient labelsTips on buying fresh produce in order to avoid pesticidesInformation on ingredients that can contribute to headaches, bloating, breathing difficulties, and other problemsSafety ratings for 300 ingredientsReference charts for additives that may cause cancer or allergic reactions, or should be limited for sodium-sensitive people
An A–Z Guide to Healing Foods: A Shopper's Reference (Conari Wellness)
by Elise Marie CollinsFind foods that fill you with a sense of well-being—and benefit your body—with this alphabetical, cross-referenced guide: “Fantastic.” —Christiane Northrup, MD, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s WisdomFilled with scientific information, natural remedies, and modern wisdom, this concise reference is for anyone confused by all the nutritional claims out there. How do you separate real benefits from marketing hype? What is a “superfood” anyway? Alternative health expert Elise Collins has compiled a compact yet comprehensive list of hundreds of healing foods, their vitamin and mineral content, and what they do to promote health, prevent disease, and decrease symptoms of illness.Arranged alphabetically and complete with a cross-reference for what's best to eat for specific ailments, this guidebook is designed to be as convenient as a shopping list. Included are preparation tips and recipes to make this the ultimate tool for joyful eating and radiant health.“Encyclopedic information on the nutritional, medical, and holistic benefits of foods.” —Dana Jacobi, author of 12 Best Foods Cookbook
The A–Z of Calm: How to Feel Peaceful Every Day
by Anna BarnesDive into this beautiful ABC of tips to discover peace and calm every dayIn a world that seems to be constantly on the go, it's sometimes difficult to find a moment of calm - until now. Go on a journey through the pages of The A-Z of Calm to discover an array of mindful and meditative exercises that will help you locate your inner peace.With a helpful tip or activity for every letter of the alphabet, learn how to pinpoint your stress triggers, uncover methods to help you deal with stressful events and discover how you can find a pocket of calm in our hectic, modern-day society.Inside you will find:- A raft of self-care tips to help you find and retain a state of serenity- Mindfulness exercises to help both your mind and body to relax- Life-affirming quotes and affirmations for when you need a moment of clarity- Breathing techniques to help you stay present and in the moment- Top tips to help you deal with the day-to-day stresses of modern lifeLet go of stress and discover your oasis of calm.
The A–Z of Wellbeing: How to Feel Good Every Day
by Anna BarnesDive into this beautiful ABC of tips to discover the art of living well every dayA is for attitude. B is for balance. C is for connection.The things that add up to a happier life don't have to be complicated. Whether you choose to dance and sing, give yoga a go or tap into the power of quietude and kindness, this charming A-Z guide will help you find your perfect path towards a greater sense of well-being.Within these pages, you will find: An A-Z of simple tips to help you boost your well-being A raft of calming affirmations and wise words to inspire you Activity ideas and fill-in sections to start you on your journey Inspiration for bringing more happiness into every day With ideas to nourish your mind, body and spirit, let this little book help you work your way to a wonderful sense of well-being.
The A–Z of Wellbeing: How to Feel Good Every Day
by Anna BarnesDive into this beautiful ABC of tips to discover the art of living well every dayA is for attitude. B is for balance. C is for connection.The things that add up to a happier life don't have to be complicated. Whether you choose to dance and sing, give yoga a go or tap into the power of quietude and kindness, this charming A-Z guide will help you find your perfect path towards a greater sense of well-being.Within these pages, you will find: An A-Z of simple tips to help you boost your well-being A raft of calming affirmations and wise words to inspire you Activity ideas and fill-in sections to start you on your journey Inspiration for bringing more happiness into every day With ideas to nourish your mind, body and spirit, let this little book help you work your way to a wonderful sense of well-being.
The Aztec Diet: Chia Power: The Superfood that Gets You Skinny and Keeps You Healthy
by Dr. Bob ArnotChia Power can make you skinny, strong, and healthyThe Aztecs cultivated the world's most nutritious foods, which provided them with the strength to build one of civilization's greatest empires. The key to the astounding fitness and energy levels of the Aztec warriors? The miracle superfood: chia. Already fueling endurance athletes and distance runners like those featured in the bestselling book Born to Run, chia is quickly gaining popularity as the biggest diet breakthrough in years. Now, in The Aztec Diet, New York Times bestselling author Dr. Bob Arnot incorporates the eating habits of this mighty civilization into our modern-day lives to unlock the answer to lasting weight-loss success.Follow The Aztec Diet's three-phase plan to lose weight quickly and effortlessly, improve overall health and wellness, end hunger cravings, and eliminate the exhaustion that accompanies blood-sugar spikes and drops. Phase I jump-starts your weight loss, supercharging your metabolism with three chia smoothies per day. Phase II keeps you satisfied, replacing the midday smoothie with a delicious and nutritious lunch to help avoid the all-too-familiar dieter's plateau. Phase III maintains your target weight for good with a guide to smart food choices and healthful recipes to keep your mind and body in top form.With simple, delicious recipes and countless ways to include the superfood benefits of chia in every meal, The Aztec Diet provides all the tools necessary to keep you motivated and on track as you begin the journey to a better, healthier you.
B is for Breast Cancer: From anxiety to recovery and everything in between - a beginner's guide
by Christine Hamill'The day after I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I was standing in the chemist with a basket in my hand, blinking back tears and thinking, "Now what does a breast cancer patient need?" All I could come up with was waterproof mascara. I put some in my basket and thought someone should write an alternative guide to breast cancer. Step one - buy waterproof mascara. You're going to need it. A few short months later, I found I was writing the guide myself. I sat in bed in between hospital appointments with my laptop, furiously, desperately trying to make sense of this alien world I had entered.'Written entirely while Christine Hamill was undergoing cancer treatment, this book is an honest and frank account of the emotional and physical impact of a cancer diagnosis. It is at turns funny, sad, angry and ultimately optimistic. Written without sentimentality, B is for Breast Cancer offers bite-size chunks of help and hope - a daily pep talk to anyone affected by the disease. It's packed full of the practical information that you really need.Read this book. It helps to know you are not alone.
B.K.S. Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health
by B.K.S. IyengarEveryone can enjoy the benefits of yoga on the mind, body, and spirit with this updated, illustrated guide from world-renowned yoga authority B.K.S Iyengar, globally respected for his holistic approach and technical accuracy.In BKS Iyengar Yoga: The Path to Holistic Health, the guru himself guides you through over 55 yoga poses, each with step-by-step instructions illustrated in full colour. Iyengar even explains his philosophy throughout the book - it's like having yoga classes with your own personal instructor.A special, 20-week beginners' yoga course makes yoga accessible for those of all ages and abilities. 20 classic Iyengar yoga poses have a unique, 360-degree presentation so that you can see the correct form from all angles.Specially developed yoga sequences help you to alleviate more than 80 ailments, ranging from asthma and arthritis to varicose veins.Whether you are new to yoga and looking for somewhere to start, or more experienced and looking to perfect your technique, this comprehensive guide will help you improve your abilities and work towards a happy and healthy life.