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A personalised guide to good health and nutrition based on Ayurveda. More than 250 easy and simple-to-follow recipes specifically written to balance each constitution.

Combines the ancient wisdom of ayurveda for health and healing with modern scientific approach to body physiology. Essential reading for all who wish to lose weight, stay young and be healthy.

Excellent treatise on the efficacy of fasting as a means to treat various ailments and maintain good health.

How to prevent and treat common ailments using the traditional insights of Ayurveda.

The book discusses the properties and uses of 112 herbal healers, including herbs, fruits, grasses, plants, trees, which can be easily used at home from tradition and from tribal communities. First rate. Invaluable for those who want to chuck allopathic drugs and return to tender loving care infused by nature into plants.

Practical information on the healing and curative powers of herbs/foods.

Cure common diseases through natural herbs/foods.

Specially designed yogic exercises to provide relief for those suffering from medical problems.

Practical information on the healing and curative powers of herbs/foods.

An everyday guide to herbal teas, infusions and decoctions useful for treating over 75 common and not-so-common health problems.

A gentler approach to deal with children's illness based on building up immunity through natural means.

A comprehensive introduction to nature cure remedies

A superbly-illustrated near-encyclopaedia of yoga for the entire family.

A wonderful treatise on garlic, including history, Ayurvedic uses and recipes.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

A mine of information on herbs and plants and their curative properties, culled from different traditional sources.

Specially designed yogic exercises to provide relief for those suffering from medical problems.

Specially designed yogic exercises to provide relief for those suffering from medical problems.

A practical guide to arthritis and joint pain, in simple easily readable style.

Written specially for parents, a comprehensive guide to a better understanding of childhood asthma. Packed with information, the book also discusses the critical role parents can play in pre-venting and managing asthma attacks.

Back pain is one of those niggling problems that makes the lives of millions a misery. This straightforward book shows you can put an end to the agony.

A diabetics diet need not be bland and appetising. With a variety of mouth-watering and easy-to-make recipes.

Non-surgical means to treat heart problems, based on breathing, meditation and getting rid of stressful feelings.

Simple treatments for simple problems.

A handy little compendium on how you can treat minor ailments yourself.

Explains in layman-friendly language the disease, its various forms, the factors which are supposed to be responsible for causing/aggravating it, and different approaches to managing it.

Developed along the lines of “Where There in No Doctor”, this landmark book will serve a long felt need for a comprehensive handbook on Women’s health. Well-researched and superbly produced, an essential reference for every home.(Out of Stock)

Instructions for therapy with the now renowned self-help medicine and elixir.

Asanas, Pranayama, Mudras, Kriyas – the booklet explains them all. More than 10 lakh copies sold.

Valuable information and tips on how to protect your child in an increasingly toxic and unsafe world.

The yogic way of dealing with arthritic pains.

Information on how to practise acupressure, written in simple language.

Two leading eye specialists offer tips on how to care for ones eyes and how to identify and deal with simple problems.

Why fasting helps to improve health.

20 of the most commonly used medicinal plants are described and their uses explained in this slim booklet.

Do it yourself magnet therapy.

How to grow wheat grass for juice, and the benefits thereof.

Common heart problems and how to treat them are discussed in a simple manner in this book.

Natural ways of dealing with common ailments form an eminent Ayurvedic scholar.

Explanatory guide, with detailed drawings, to the practice of Pranayama.(Out of Stock)

A set of simple, gadget free exercises for people who are condemned to be desk bound for large part of the day. With pictures. A small section on common ailments and nutritional tips completes this offering for the busy modern man/woman.

A compendium of 18 papers, presented at a workshop organized by Cente for Women’s Studies, Goa University and the Goa State Women’s Commission.(Out of stock)

Plants that Heal is a set of 8 books that highlight everyday uses of some common plants with extremely valuable properties. Each booklet contains instructions of the cultivation of the plant and its uses in agriculture, gardening, human and animal health. A set of references at the end of each booklet provides guidance on where the reader can look for more information. Plants covered in the present series are Turmeric, Garlic, Onion, Kalmegh, Ginger, Custard apple, Aloe, Malabarnut. The cost is Rs. 10.00 for each booklet

A detailed introduction to different aspects of nature cure.

A well written pamphlet on good eating habits.

A booklet that provides detailed arguments to prove that the eating of meat is wrong and harmful.

Vitamins are essential to our continued health. This comprehensive guide shows how proper intake of vitamins can help build natural immunity for better health.

Yogasanas and Pranayama explained with illustrations and photographs.

A healthier and more beautiful face and body without all those horrendous cosmetics and drugs.

A GUIDE TO A SENSIBLE DIET WITH EMPHASIS

As the AIDS epidemic continues to strike more victims, this slim and handy manual fulfills a long-felt need for a simple to counseling those afflicted by the malady as well as those supporting and caring for people living with HIV/AIDS.

This visual source book of over 450 images from 57 countries, celebrates the diverse and rich visual expressions on breast-feeding and the special relationship between mother and child.

A comprehensive introduction to all nature cure remedies.

For better eyesight in just four weeks. Includes full size distant and near vision testing charts.

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Information on vegetable juices and how to use them for various cures.

Explain in detail how magnets work on the human system, and how they can be used to treat various ailments.

A popular book on the theory and practice of yoga.

Yoga is an art-of how to live one’s life. This basic manual and guide on yoga shows how even chronic illnesses can be managed well.

Acupuncture is no more experimental as a mode of treatment than is the Chinese language as a means of communication. A simple, comprehensive introduction to this form of treatment.

A detailed and pragmatic overview of the richness of our traditional medical heritage. Focuses on revitalization of local health traditions, developing different medical cultures and integrating these systems of medicine within our health system.

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Like acupuncture and acupressure reflexology is a therapeutic science of stimulating specific regions (on the soles) which have a correspondence with the internal organs and other structures of the body.

A useful and practical material medica of homoepathy. Covers every imaginable illness.

Books that help you train weak eyes back to normalcy again. Exercises to help strengthen the eyes and maintain them in good condition.

A comprehensive guide to management of these illnesses, which are becoming more and more common in our stressed-out world.

The book contains complete information about obesity and a scientific analysis of facts supported by the statistical data.

Gives an account of the plant derived drugs.

Gives an overview of the health care situation in India.

This report summarizes the findings of a series of projects, carried out over several years, to discover what effects continued exposure to the radiation of Chernobyl has had on ordinary people in Belarus, the Russian Federation and Ukraine.

The author provides much practical information on every aspect of body maintenance, using natural therapies only.

Instant diagnosis and cure of serious diseases through acupressure.

A compilation of resolutions, declaration and charters on health made at international meetings and related UN instructions. A source of useful information and an important action tool for advocacy to promote people’s health.

This book is premised on the belief that now, more than ever, a law is critical for the protection of persons living with HIV/AIDS, for the promotion of their rights, to address issues of stigma and discrimination and to ensure that people have access to accurate information about HIV to protect themselves.

Advani explains the principles of nature cure in a nutshell: we know so little about how our bodies function, how can we maintain them intelligently?

Provides helpful ideas and practical tips on preventing and eliminating neck pain.

This book contains information about the monthly cycle.

The sourcebook is a compilation of selected documents significant to the breastfeeding movement. It contains a brief history of the breastfeeding movement, key documents such as inspiring speeches and articles by medical professionals, activist. It also includes a section on HIV and breastfeeding and resources containing a bibliography, internet resources and a directory of key international contacts, event, poems, songs and illustrations.

A major achievement, doing for India’s health what numerous citizens reports have done for the state of the country’s environment. Covers almost every aspect of India’s health scene, with numerous contributors focusing on specific aspects.

Cures for a lot of illnesses where allopathy is known to fail.

Nisagadatta provides advanced instructions for spiritual aspirants.

When Christine Maggiore tested HIV positive more than a decade ago, she set out on a search for the full implications, facts and options available to enable her live a healthy, active and drug-free life, defying the HIV=AIDS=Death formula.

The perennial bestseller which has helped revolutionise primary health care. Also available in Hindi.

Both books are written by doctors and contain comprehensive and illustrated step-by-step guides to better health through yoga. The books are based on the authors own successful treatments for hundreds of patients.

Evolved after decades of clinical and laboratory research to suit the special needs of women.

Introduces you to the art of breathing and control of the breath. You’ll be breathing well till you take your last breath!

A significant sourcebook on the abysmal situation of Indian medicine, roots of the present crisis, how to get out of the mess.

A guide to the hidden hazards in food.

The medicinal virtues of a variety of species and condiments from the world famous naturopathist.

Millions of Indians practice Swami Ramdev’s technique of Pranayama – the science and art of controlled breathing – and Dhyana – meditation and kundalini awakening. This booklet provides detailed instructions on the several postures and exercises to be followed to maintain good health, mental peace and cheerful disposition.

Life after injury promotes recovery in the broadest sense-as more than just survival or even access to basic rehabilitation. It encompasses the notions of rebuilding lives and injured and disadvantaged people being able to provide for self and family and fully participate in community life. An extraordinary technical manual as well.

A step-by-step guide on pregnancy and baby care.

The author is a former dean of the Faculty of ayurvedic Medicine at the University of Pune. He writes about the science of ayurveda, different foods which are considered to be of medicinal value in ayurveda and also what foods a person affected by specific ailments needs to eat to get well the natural way. ayurveda-aahar.jpg

This booklet, in question-answer format, covers the basic precepts of health are and healthy living.

In 1997, Helaine Selin compiled an Encyclopaedia of the History of Science, Technology and Medicine, which was received worldwide with critical acclaim. India’s scientific and technological accomplishments are not only among the oldest in the world, it has been a pioneer in several areas - mathematics and healthcare being the more widely recognized ones. These accomplishments were supplemented by philosophies ranging from the Vedic to the Buddhist and Jain schools of thought. The Encyclopaedia of Classical Indian Sciences attempts to provide an authentic account of India’s contributions to natural science, technology and medicine. It also includes biographical articles on several of the ancient Indian scientists. Well produced, this book also offers an insight into how colonialism has clouded our views of our own achievements in a field erroneously believed today to be a western domain of excellence.

How to get rid of persistent headaches by making appropriate changes in your diet and your lifestyle together with use of appropriate treatments like acupressure, magnet therapy etc

Causes prevention and treatment for high blood pressure.

A doctor provides easy to understand answers to frequently asked questions on this sensitive subject.

Cancer is always dreaded because it has no cure. Dr. Bakhru however argues that cancer is not a modern disease – it has been prevalent since ancient times and people used natural remedies to halt its malignancy. This book describes how diet and specific foods can halt or retard the progress of cancer at various stages of its development. The treatment chart that is also provided in the book can act as a support to whatever specialized medical treatment the patient is already availing of.

One of the self help health care books.

If you suffer from it you are likely to get diabetes, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure or other diseases. Read and find out how to remain alert to the symptoms.

10 things wrong with modern industrial bread.

This book, written in an easy conversational style, discusses the various concepts which form the basis of Ayurveda. It teaches about the various doshas and how to identify your own constitution, thus enabling the reader to choose a life style and/or diet, varying it according to the seasons, so as to remain healthy. It also explains how to manufacture a ‘home remedies kit’ using different plants which can easily be grown in a home garden or in pots.

The author, who claims to have skill in a variety of subjects ranging from poetry to cinematography and farming to philosophy and who has a variety of academic degrees to lay credence to this impressive CV, makes practical suggestions in this book for regulating everyday life practises such as bowel habits, sleep, meditation, water intake, sex etc so as to enable one to enjoy good health. First published in the USA two decades ago, it has been reprinted for the eleventh time by Rupa & Co.

This book seeks to inform – about some well-recognised causes of cancer, signs and symptoms, investigations that may be required and methods of treatment and disease management.

It gives in detail the Causes, Prevention and Treatment. - Asthma and allergies can be prevented from occurring; and can be controlled, if they have already occurred

Gives 47 separate sections covering the causes and symptoms of major diseases. Safe and effective dosage of drugs. Possible adverse and harmful effects of medicines .

This book, intended to put into proper perspective what heart disease means, explains in simple terms the changes that occur when a heart becomes deranged in structure and function.

It gives in detail how sugar destroys your health.

It helps the patient and the family under-stand an illness which presents with fever. It explains how any fever should be initially managed at home

This book discusses the background to the issue of 'counterfeit' medicines' in the WHO as well as the problems of using the term 'counterfeit'

It explains in detail the practice of pranayama - its different components and varieties, the asanas, bandhas, kriyas and mudras.

The author is a Yoga Therapist of repute with almost two and a half decade of experience. She has successfully treated various ailments.

Esoteric, Yogic & Dietary Remedies. The book tells you what to do along with the whys and hows. The book contains remedies to deal with each case and normalise every layer of the human personality.

Yoga for everybody deals with the classic form of yoga whose practice helps achieve physical , mental, emotional and spiritual harmony along with meditation, mantras repetition and breathing excercises

In this book the author shows how food could be used as a medecine for so many ailments

This book answers all your questions about the heart. It explains in simple, lucid language all about the danger signals, management, and aftercare of major heart problems ranging from angina to heart attack; damaged heart valves; skipped and abnormal heart beats; birth heart defects, and blood pressure; ways to safeguard against them.

This book covers the whole gamut of ailments which can be cured by proper food habits and regulation of one’s life, without recourse to medicinal treatment.

The Extraordinary Study that Shows How Light affects Your Helath and Emotional Well-Being.

A Guide to Managing Medicines for all Health Workers