Photographs by Amit Pasricha; 84p., App., 23 cm. (First pub. in 2000)
CONTENTS
CONTENTS:- Ayurveda: The 'Science of Life'. Abhyangm: Full Body Massage. Specialised Massages. Self-Massage: A Keep-Fit Programme. Herbs and Herbal Oils: The 'Root' of the Massage. Importance of Diet.
DESCRIPTION
Perfectly in tune with the newly awakened mantra of 'return to nature', Ayurvedic Herbal Massage brings to you one of the oldest-known therapies for rejuvenating the body, toning the muscles, improving blood circulation, repairing worn-out tissues, removing toxins and knocking off fat. The medicinal value of the herbal oils used in ayurvedic massage has multifarious advantages over normal massage. Full body massage; focused massages for the head, neck, ears and nose; therapeutic massages; and a self-massage programme, this book offers all these in a format comprising easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and photographs. The book caters not only to those prone to health problems, but also to everyone interested in a non-drug, non-invasive 'feel-fit-stay-fit'state of body and mind.