by Caroline Robertson (Author), Antonia Beattie (Author)
Ancient Herbal Secrets for Self-Care, Healing, and Wholeness
Designed specifically for women, this book will introduce the system of Ayurvedic medicine, one of the most ancient and holistic forms of medicine known in human history. Developed in India over 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda is a complete system for healing and rebalancing the body.This fascinating book features an A-Z of herbs with their description, history and uses, and easy-to-prepare home remedies. There is also an A-Z section of ailments that details symptoms and how to treat them using Ayurvedic remedies.
Authoritative text, an easy-to-use format, and delightful original botanical illustrations will make this volume a pleasure to own and a useful home reference.
Author Biography
Caroline Robertson is an Ayurvedic consultant and naturopath. She cofounded the Ayurvedic Traditional Medicine Association with her husband, Rana Prasad, an Indian Ayurvedic physician. Combining her four years of Ayurvedic training in India with a pragmatic knowledge of Western natural therapies, Caroline practices, teaches, and writes on natural healing from her home in Sydney, Australia.
Antonia Beattie is a consultant, writer, and editor on a wide range of topics. She has explored many mainstream and alternative therapies.