Comprehending Astanga Hrudayam

Comprehending Astanga Hrudayam Sutra (CAHS) is a unique book that simplifies the understanding of 15th century AD ancient Ayurveda literature, Astanga Hrudayam Sutra. The book Astanga Hrudayam Sutra originally authored by Srimad Vagbhatacharya is one of the three prime resources that contain profound Ayurveda wisdom. The in-depth knowledge of wholesome lifestyle practices, the details about wholesome food and nutrition, the fundamentals of Ayurveda, description of Panchakarma, explanation of surgical and para surgical methods and other topics makes this book as one of the three major treatises that are referred by all the students and practitioners of Ayurveda around the globe. This ancient literature is written entirely in Sanskrit shlokas, which are highly refined, sophisticated, and coded that unfolds the wisdom of Ayurveda. Many of the great authors in the field have remarkably translated this text in different languages and have analytically commented on the topics featured in the book. However, the translated versions still need a Guru for a beginner to understand the depth of information this great epic of Ayurveda holds. CAHS - Comprehending Astanga Hrudayam Sutra as the name suggests is a comprehended version of Astanga Hrudayam Sutra. It stands out to be one of a kind because of the following unique features it offers. 1. The original Sanskrit shlokas expressed legibly which makes it an easy read for those who know Sanskrit. 2. English transliteration of shlokas, which helps students to read the Sanskrit words phonetically. 3. Simple English translation, which clearly delivers the message the Shloka holds. 4. Comprehensions of Shlokas that attempts to answer what, why, how, when, where, which and such other queries that might arise while you start exploring the original Astanga Hrudayam. 5. Illustrations that engage the readers to stay focused. There are 8 parts of CAHS. These 8 parts include 30 chapters from the original Astanga Hrudayam Sutra. Each of these parts features different topics that detail the fundamentals of Ayurveda. The present book is part 1, features wholesome lifestyle practices in Ayurveda. Part 2 features wholesome food practices in AyurvedaPart 3 features pharmacology in AyurvedaPart 4 features the science of Dosha, Dhathu, Mala, and AgniPart 5 features the general management protocols used in AyurvedaPart 6 features common herbs in Ayurveda practicePart 7 features major Panchakarma procedures and minor therapies in AyurvedaPart 8 features surgery in Ayurveda. CAHS, Part 1, featuring wholesome lifestyle practices contain the first four chapters from Aastanga Hrudayam Sutra. This book gives basic introduction to Ayurvedic principles, everyday practices that strengthens our body, mind, and spirit, guidance to stay in tune with changing seasons, and ways to prevent the initial cause of diseases. The information in this book forms a complete classical guide to wholesome lifestyle practices suggested in Ayurveda to stay constantly rejuvenated and extend the lifespan. Together, CAHS forms a complete authentic guide for all the Ayurveda students and practitioners to understand the ancient Ayurveda wisdom effortlessly and directly from its source. CAHS makes the students and practitioners efficient and confident about knowing Ayurveda from its roots.