"Kerala Ayurveda: The Science of Holistic Wellness" takes you on a captivating journey into the world of Ayurveda, the ancient healing tradition of Kerala, India. In this comprehensive guide, you will uncover the profound wisdom and time-tested practices that have been cherished for centuries to achieve optimal health and well-being. Drawing from the deep roots of Kerala's Ayurvedic heritage, this book explores the fundamental principles of Ayurveda, which emphasize the balance and harmony between the mind, body, and spirit. You will gain a thorough understanding of the doshas, the three bioenergetic forces that shape our individual constitution, and discover how to identify and balance them to enhance overall wellness. Delve into the rejuvenating therapies of Kerala, particularly the renowned Panchakarma, a holistic detoxification and rejuvenation process that eliminates toxins and revitalizes the body. Explore the medicinal herbs and plants abundant in Kerala, unlocking the secrets of nature's healing bounty and discovering their powerful effects on various ailments. In addition to the physical aspects, this book explores the mental and emotional dimensions of well-being. Discover the profound impact of yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices in promoting inner harmony and cultivating a peaceful state of mind. Explore the transformative power of Ayurvedic massage and therapies, which not only nourish the body but also create a sense of deep relaxation and rejuvenation. "Kerala Ayurveda: The Science of Holistic Wellness" also highlights the importance of nutrition and diet according to Ayurvedic principles. You will learn how to choose and prepare foods that align with your dosha, promoting digestion, vitality, and optimal health. Furthermore, this book examines the role of Ayurveda in managing chronic diseases and supporting women's health at every stage of life. It explores the holistic approach to beauty and skincare, revealing the timeless secrets of Ayurvedic rituals that promote radiant skin and overall well-being. By bridging the gap between Ayurveda and modern science, this book presents a comprehensive approach to holistic healthcare. Discover the evidence-based research that validates Ayurvedic practices and showcases their potential to complement and enhance conventional medical treatments. Whether you are new to Ayurveda or seeking to deepen your knowledge, "Kerala Ayurveda: The Science of Holistic Wellness" serves as an invaluable resource. With its practical insights, ancient wisdom, and contemporary perspectives, this book empowers you to embrace Ayurveda as a transformative lifestyle and embark on a journey towards holistic well-being. Immerse yourself in the timeless traditions of Kerala Ayurveda and unlock the secrets to radiant health, profound balance, and a harmonious life. Let this book be your guide to embracing the science of holistic wellness and experiencing the transformative power of Ayurveda in your own life.

A comprehensive and user-friendly guidebook including over 50 Ayurvedic health and wellness practices for children, ages 3–16, with healing plans for common ailments—co-written by an Ayurveda specialist with over two decades of experience in pediatric health. The traditional holistic health system of Ayurveda offers a wealth of effective lifestyle advice and remedies for the whole family. The Parent’s Complete Guide to Ayurveda is an accessible primer to pediatric Ayurveda, with simple, commonsense dietary, herbal, and self-care practices to both address various ailments and promote vibrant health and well-being in children ages 3–16. Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath, an Ayurvedic specialist, and Alyson Young Gregory, an Ayurvedic health counselor and educator, provide a wellness roadmap that parents can tailor to their children’s individual mind-body type, known as prakriti. This book first gives parents the tools to determine their child’s prakriti and then offers customized everyday diet and lifestyle guidelines based on traditional Ayurvedic principles for a healthy body and mind, including yoga, meditation, breathing practices, and daily wellness routines. The advice offered in this book includes: How to prevent and manage common ailments and disorders with diet and home remedies How to encourage healthy habits around sleep, diet, exercise, and screen time Easy-to-make tonics, teas, and soaks to alleviate a number of conditions, including tummy aches, stress, colds, insomnia, sluggishness, and dehydration Ayurvedic perspectives on digestive, metabolic, respiratory, and emotional disorders prevalent in children today And much more.

"Kerala's Ayurveda Retreats: Rejuvenate and Heal in Nature's Sanctuary" is a comprehensive guidebook that invites readers on a transformative journey to the heart of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian healing system. Nestled in the lap of nature, Kerala, often referred to as "God's Own Country," is renowned for its lush green landscapes, tranquil backwaters, and rich cultural heritage. This book delves into the essence of Kerala's Ayurvedic wisdom, offering a captivating exploration of the region's healing traditions, natural beauty, and holistic wellness retreats. Drawing upon centuries-old practices and the expertise of Ayurvedic practitioners, this book provides a wealth of knowledge on the principles, philosophies, and therapeutic modalities of Ayurveda. Readers will discover the profound connection between mind, body, and spirit and learn how to restore balance and vitality in their own lives through Ayurvedic principles. The book takes readers on a virtual tour of Kerala's renowned Ayurvedic retreats, each offering a unique sanctuary where one can escape the stresses of modern life and embark on a journey of self-discovery and rejuvenation. From luxurious spas nestled in serene nature to traditional Ayurvedic centers preserving ancient healing traditions, readers will explore a range of retreat options, each tailored to meet diverse needs and preferences. With detailed descriptions of treatments, therapies, and healing practices, readers will gain insights into the diverse range of Ayurvedic treatments available, including rejuvenation therapies, detoxification programs, herbal remedies, and personalized dietary recommendations. The book also offers guidance on selecting the ideal retreat based on individual preferences, health goals, and budget. Beyond the treatment rooms, readers will be enchanted by the natural beauty of Kerala, with its sprawling tea plantations, verdant forests, and palm-fringed beaches. The book paints a vivid picture of Kerala's breathtaking landscapes and explores the healing powers of its natural elements, from medicinal herbs and plants to therapeutic waters. Readers will learn about the importance of harmonizing with nature and how the region's pristine environment enhances the healing experience. In addition to the comprehensive exploration of Ayurvedic retreats and the natural beauty of Kerala, the book delves into the principles of Ayurvedic cuisine, Ayurvedic yoga, and the role of meditation and mindfulness in achieving holistic well-being. Readers will discover how to nourish their bodies and souls through Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle choices, and how to integrate practices such as yoga and meditation to promote balance and harmony. With its informative content, captivating imagery, and practical tips, "Kerala's Ayurveda Retreats: Rejuvenate and Heal in Nature's Sanctuary" serves as a trusted companion for anyone seeking a transformative journey into the world of Ayurveda. Whether readers are new to Ayurveda or seasoned practitioners, this book offers a valuable resource for harnessing the power of this ancient healing system and embracing Kerala's natural sanctuary for rejuvenation and healing.

"Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners makes it such a joy to create delicious, healing meals that one's relationship with food is forever transformed."--Melanie Fiorella, MD, Associate Clinician Professor of Integrative Health at UC San Diego, visiting staff member of the Chopra Center's Mind-Body Medical Group Modern medicine treats most ailments with prescription drugs. However, for those who want a natural approach to wellness, Ayurveda is a powerful, effective means of holistic healing. Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners takes a nature-based approach to wellness by turning to the oldest known medical system--food. Join expert Ayurveda practitioner Laura Plumb as she shows you how to practice the principles of Ayurveda in the kitchen with Ayurvedic cooking techniques for health and wellbeing. Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners is your complete guide to adopting the ancient science of Ayurveda with: An overview of Ayurveda from its history to present day More than 100 easy, satisfying recipes for every body type, or dosha, based on the fundamentals of Ayurveda A 5-step guide to Ayurvedic eating grounded in your body's unique requirements and determined by a simple dosha quiz 4 seasonal, 7-day Ayurveda meal plans to help you maintain a balanced dosha season after season "Laura Plumb inspires others to achieve vitality and radiant health. Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners should be on everyone's bookshelf because understanding the principals of Ayurveda is essential to health and wellness."--Melissa Ambrosini, bestselling author & speaker "Absolutely delicious book! Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners is a beautiful guidebook that brings awareness to healthy foods and fosters a love for cooking."--Dr. Manisha Kshirsagar, BAMS, Ayurveda teacher (India)

It is heartening to see how the modern age is rediscovering the beneficial effects of massage. In fact,right down the ages it has been regarded as one of the most effective therapies for de-stressing. It is unfortunate that the art of massage, which was so intricately woven in our custom, is slowly dying a sad death while the western countries have woken up to the magic of massage. This book brings you all the different kinds of massage techniques used all through the world. The Tui Na, Chua-ka, Nuad BoARarn and our famous Kerala Massage are just a few examples of the various types of massage globally popular, today. With the help of this book you can learn all about healing through the use of massage therapy.Allied therapies like Aromatherapy, Osteopathy, Reflexology, Rolfing and Shiatsu are very popular for their efficacy. What is lesser known is that they mostly use the basic tenets of massage, for efficacy. #v&spublishers

This book examines depression as a widely diagnosed and treated common mental disorder in India and offers a significant ethnographic study of the application of a traditional Indian medical system (Ayurveda) to the very modern problem of depression. Based on over a year of fieldwork, it investigates the Ayurvedic response to the burden of depression in the Indian state of Kerala as one of the key processes of the local appropriation or glocalization of depression. More broadly, Lang considers: What happens with the category of depression when it leaves the West and travels to South Asia? How is depression appropriated in a South Asian society characterized by medical pluralism? She explores on the level of ideas, institutions and materialities how depression interacts with and changes local worlds, clinical practice and knowledge and subjectivities. As depression travels from ‘the West’ to South India, its ontology, Lang argues, multiplies and thus leads to what she calls ‘depression multiple’.

One Nation, One Dharma: The Hindu Claim to India is a bold and thought-provoking exploration of what it means for India to embrace its Dharmic identity. Through 40 captivating chapters, the book delves into the heart of Bharat’s civilization, unraveling the ancient concept of Dharma and its profound relevance in the modern world. It examines how Dharma serves as the invisible thread that binds the nation’s diversity and guides its values, culture, and politics. This book takes readers on a journey through history, philosophy, and modern Indian society—addressing topics like Hinduism’s foundational role, the challenges of secularism, the impact of colonial rule, and the rise of a Dharmic political consciousness. With humor, sharp analysis, and a visionary tone, it argues for a future where India reclaims its spiritual and cultural identity to become a beacon of unity, justice, and strength. Written in an engaging style that blends scholarly insight with accessible storytelling, One Nation, One Dharma is a powerful call for Bharat to awaken to its true potential and lead the world with its unique values. It’s a book that every Indian, and anyone interested in India’s future, must read.

Health and Wellness Tourism takes an innovative look at this rapidly growing sector of today¿s thriving tourism industry. This book examines the range of motivations that drive this diverse sector of tourists, the products that are being developed to meet their needs and the management implications of these developments. A wide range of international case studies illustrate the multiple aspects of the industry and new and emerging trends including spas, medical wellness, life-coaching, meditation, festivals, pilgrimage and yoga retreats. The authors also evaluate marketing and promotional strategies and assess operational and management issues in the context of health and wellness tourism. This text includes a number of features to reinforce theory for advanced students of hospitality, leisure and tourism and related disciplines.

Health, Tourism and Hospitality: Spas, Wellness and Medical Travel, 2nd Edition takes an in-depth and comprehensive look at the growing health, wellness and medical tourism sectors in a global context. The book analyses the history and development of the industries, the way in which they are managed and organised, the expanding range of new and innovative products and trends, and the marketing of destinations, products and services. The only book to offer a complete overview and introduction to health, tourism and hospitality this 2nd Edition has been updated to include: • Expanded coverage to the hospitality sector with a particular focus on spa management. • New content on medical tourism throughout the book, to reflect the worldwide growth in medical travel with more and more countries entering this competitive market. • Updated content to reflect recent issues and trends including: ageing population, governments encouraging preventative health, consumer use of contemporary and alternative therapies, self-help market, impacts of economic recession, spa management and customer loyalty. • New case studies taken from a range of different countries and contexts, and focusing on established or new destinations, products and services such as: conventional medicine, complementary and alternative therapies, lifestyle-based wellness, beauty and cosmetics, healthy nutrition, longevity and anti (or active)-ageing, amongst others. Written in a user friendly style, this is essential reading for students studying health, tourism and hospitality.

In today's fast-paced world, the travel industry faces the dual challenge of mitigating its environmental impact while promoting the mental and emotional well-being of travelers. Traditional travel practices often lead to significant carbon footprints and can contribute to the degradation of local communities and ecosystems. Additionally, the hurried nature of modern travel can leave tourists feeling stressed and disconnected, rather than rejuvenated. Promoting Sustainability in Psychosocial Travel Techniques addresses these pressing issues by offering a comprehensive exploration of sustainable travel practices that also enhance psychological health. This book provides valuable insights into how mindful travel practices, community engagement, and cultural sensitivity can create enriching travel experiences that benefit both the environment and the traveler. It emphasizes the importance of integrating psychosocial approaches into travel to foster deeper connections with nature and local cultures, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable and fulfilling travel experience.