5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Book

K.C. · 2 May 2020

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5.0 out of 5 stars LOVED IT! Excellent explantion of Ayureveda

S.H. · 21 May 2019

I love this book. It is well written, poignant, comprehensive and yet down to earth. Geeta Vara has a writing style that covers topics and answers the questions before you realize they are forming. This tome was a labor of love and her heart felt joy in explaining Ayurveda makes it all the more special.Truly a special book from a special lady.I have been so motivated by this book that I am taking an Ayurvedic Marma massage course in August and have purchased five copies of "Ayurveda: Ancient Wisdom for modern well-being" and given them to everyone I care about hoping they too will adopt and learn from the ancient Indian way of medicine, eating, exercise and massage that is Ayurveda!

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good on the 'wholisic' view of health

R. · 19 November 2018

I enjoyed this book very much and learned from it as well as felt validated in some of the ways I was already practising self-care. I found the author's voice gentle and passionate at the same time. For great recipes and another inspirational book I recommend a very nicely laid out and visual book: 'Eat Right for Your Body Type' Anjum Anand.

5.0 out of 5 stars Really relevant for modern urban living

s. · 16 October 2018

I have read many books on Ayurveda and this is definitely one of my favorites. It combines great insight about the history, science and traditions of Ayurveda with really relevant ways of adopting Ayurvedic principles into modern life. The writing is accessible, friendly and humorous and her attitude has a really "light touch" - no punishing dogma, just great suggestions for living a more balanced life. If you are new to Ayurveda, this would be a great place to start. If you are not new, I'm sure you will still find some new insights.

5.0 out of 5 stars Holistic health for body, mind, & soul

". · 19 June 2025

As described by seller with excellent customer service as usual. Looking forward to 📑 learning about this topic 📚in Ayurveda medicine health for past centuries in holistic medicine for body, 🧘‍♀️ mind and soul. 🌱🥗🥑🫜🥒🍋🥕🌮🥬 🧄🫚🍽️ as our health care system declines…….

5.0 out of 5 stars for all those fans of the alternative

A.C. · 19 June 2025

Great little book

3.0 out of 5 stars Probabley

M. · 29 June 2019

Informative but the narration and editing isn't to my taste.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book

A.C. · 5 April 2024

Lovely introduction. Some good tips to get started.

Amei

R. · 3 February 2021

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I love this book so much that...

R. · 17 January 2025

I've listened to the audio book and then purchased and re-read the hard copy.

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c. · 29 July 2020

mi è piaciuto molto, si legge in modo molto scorrevole e leggero, pieno di info utili

My reference book to Ayurveda

B. · 28 June 2018

Great book! The author has a very clear voice. I was looking for a reliably authentic introduction to Ayurveda and was enthralled by how modern and traditional she is. The edition is very pleasant, the subject is well documented and the double culture of the author makes her the perfect Ayurveda ambassador for today’s comprehension and use.

An amazing educational book

R. · 6 March 2023

A book worth having in your home library. And can be a great gift for your loved ones. Thank you and Best wishes 🍀 💓