Rooted in the wisdom and practices of a 2000-year old civilization, handed down by generations of sages and ascetics, Ayurveda or the 'science of life' is one of the oldest systems of healing in the world. Although its approach is holistic, its theories are logical and succint. This book tries to introduce the lay reader to the basic principles of an ancient Indian science whose aim is to keep the body healthy in order to bring tranquility to the mind and satisfy ...