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BIBLIOGRAPHICPATHFINDER

AYURVEDA

Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey

Women’s University Library,

1, Nathibai Thackersey Road,

Bombay – 400 020

BIBLIOGRAPHIC PATHFINDER

AYURVEDA

Shreemati Nathibai Damodar Thackersey

Women’s University Library,

1, Nathibai Thackersey Road,

Bombay – 400 020

Contents

• Introduction 03

• Ayurveda in Dewey Decimal Classification 04

• Alphabetical Subject Index 04

• List of Online Journals 05-06

• A Select List of Reference Sources 07-08

• A Select List of Useful Books 09-10

• List of Useful Website 11

• List of Useful Blog 12

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INTRODUCTION

Ayurveda is made up of two Sanskrit words: Ayu which means life and Veda which means the knowledge of. To know about life is Ayurveda. However, to fully comprehend the vast s cope of Ayurveda let us first define "Ayu" or life. According to the ancient Ayurvedic scholar Charkas, "ayu" is comprised of four essential parts. The combination of mind, body, senses and the soul.

Ayurveda can be defined as a system, which uses the inherent principles of nature, to help maintain health in a person by keeping the individual's body, mind and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature.

This booklet is specially designed to help you find your way through the maze of relevant literature and to make you aware of some of the materials i.e. reference books, online journals and other useful books in your subject etc. to help you to locate books easily, some useful class number according to the scheme in use (i.e. Dewey Decimal classification) are also included.

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Ayurveda in Dewey Decimal Classification:

Select list of useful DDC (23rd EDITION)

615.532 Homeopathy

615.533 Osteopathy

615.534 Chiropractic

615.535 Naturopathy

615.538 Ayurvedic Medicine

Alphabetical Subject Index:

Ayurvedic Medicine 615.538

Chiropractic 615.534

Homeopathy 615.532

Naturopathy 615.535

Osteopathy 615.533

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List of Online Journals :The list is alphabetically arranged with brief annotations.

Asian Journal of Ayurvedic Medicines :

Published by J. Publication

Asian Journal of Ayurvedic Medicines deals with Ayurvedic health care system which follows different philosophy in curing disease. Ayurveda believes in preventing disease. . Asian Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine is an Open Acces.

http://jpublication.in/index.php/ajam

Ancient Science of Life: By Sreevaths NallepillyPublished by Medknow Publication.

The journal provides an interdisciplinary forum for all aspects of medicinal plants. The journal published in English and provides immediate open access to its content on the principle that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of knowledge and brings bigger impact.

http://www.ancientscienceoflife.org

‘AYU' :  By M.S. Baghel

Published by Ayurved University Publication, Jamnagar

An International Quarterly Journal of Research in Ayurveda, is published quarterly by Institute for Post Graduate Teaching & Research in Ayurveda, Gujarat Ayurved University, Jamnagar. The full text of journal is accessible on website www.ayujournal.org. The journal allows free access.

http://www.ayujournal.org

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The Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (j-aim) : By Bhushan PatwardPublished by Medknow Publications

The Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (J-AIM) [ISSN 0975-9476] is a peer reviewed, open access international circulating professional journal led by the Institute of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine (www.iaim-frlht.org).

http://www.jaim.in/

Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM) : By Vasant Patil

JAHM encourages and publishes critical aspects of intellectual and scientific communication amongst contemporary health knowledge systems keeping Ayurveda at the center.Articles explaining and exploring principles of Ayurveda. Articles encouraging evidence based clinical practice of Ayurveda.

http://www.jahm.in

Journal of Homeopathy & Ayurvedic Medicine: By Melanie GrimesPublished by OMICS Publishing Group

Journal of Homeopathy & Ayurvedic Medicine deals with homeopathic remedies and Ayurvedic health care system which follow different philosophy in curing disease. Ayurveda believes in preventing disease while homeopathy is based on curing a disease.

http://www.omicsgroup.org/journals/jhamhome.php

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List of Reference Sources: Ayurveda

Dictionaries :

Dictionary of Ayurveda : By Sharma, Ravindra 

Published by Arya Publishing House 

This dictionary is first of its kind and will be serve as a practical guide and would be highly useful to the Students, Vaiday’s, Hakims, Practitioners and all those who are interested/working on traditional system of medicine (Ayurveda).

Ayurveda - A Medical Dictionary: Published by ICON Health Publications (June 9, 2004)

It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to Ayurveda. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information to users on how to update their knowledge using various Internet resources. The book is designed for physicians, medical students preparing for Board examinations, medical researchers, and patients who want to become familiar with research dedicated to Ayurveda.

Skeptic’s Dictionary : By Robert Todd Carroll 

Published by john wiley& Sons Inc.

Dozens of topics in logic, perception, science and philosophy are also covered to help explain the appeal and popularity of occult beliefs to provide a guide for critical thinking.

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Directory of Libraries in Delhi : By S.k. BhatiaPublished by Reliance Publishing house: New Delhi, 2000

The libraries enlisted in the Directory have been arranged in an alphabetical order by name and whenever necessary cross references have been given.

Handbook on Medical Education: By Veena Bhalla.Published by Association of Indian Universities : New Delhi, 1999

The Handbook contains brief information on homeopathic, ayurveda, unani, physiotherapy, naturopathy and giving students access to basic medical education, knowledge and skills, presented in a simple and interactive format.

The Ayurveda Encyclopedia : Natural Secrets to Healing, Prevention, & Longevity: By Swami Sada Shiva Tirtha.

Ayurveda Encyclopedia is an important reference volume for all students of Ayurveda and Yoga, almost a complete course in Ayurveda in itself. Swami Sada Shiva Tirtha has done a monumental work in putting together so much material in such a concise and clear manner for the modern reader."

Encyclopedia Britannica   : Published by Encyclopedia Britannica Inc. Encyclopedia Britannica (EB) continues to be an authoritative resource. The 64,900 articles are signed by more than 4,300 contributors and have extensive bibliographies. EB retains its position as an excellent scholarly reference source for public, academic, and secondary-school libraries.

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List of Useful Books: Books Available in S.N.D.T Women’s University Library.

Ayurveda   Aahar (diet/food)  By P H Kulkarni, edition: 2nd ed.Publication: Sri Satguru Publ., Delhi, 2000.

In this book salient features about various aspects of food are considered as described in Ayurvedic Treaties and recent research references are considered for benefit of interested persons.

Ayurveda for You By Suresh Chaturvedi.

Publication: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mumbai, 1998.

Very important and useful publication on “Ayurveda for you” authored by sureshchaturvedi. He has poured his extensive experience in this book to guide readers about the role of diet in prevention of many important diseases.

Health Rejuvenation and Longevity through Ayurveda : Holistic and Preventive Herbs for Better Health; Simple and Best Form

By Chander Mohan Ghai.

Publication: Deep & Deep, New Delhi, 2004.

This book will reveal to the reader how sincerely the author of this book has made an efficient attempt to present before the readers knowledge about the types of body constitution (personality) and Ayurvedic herbs, for the promotion of health.

Introduction to   Ayurveda : Basic Indian Medicine : By Chandrashekhar G Thakkur.

Publication: Times of India, Bombay, 1965

An intrductory, easy-to – understand, yet comprehensive books on Ayurveda, this book is a must have for beginners.

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Major Herbs of   Ayurveda: By Elizabeth M Williamson.

Publication: Churchill Livingstone, Edinburgh, 2002.

Complete information on the unique uses of Ayrurvedic herbs is provided, including new information on certain herbs not covered in any other resource. In-depth coverage of chemical constituents is provided.

Neem in   Ayurveda :

By Suresh Chaturvedi.Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mumbai, 1998.

The book highlights the importance of the neem tree and its uses. ‘Neem in ayurveda’ is a useful source of information on the medicinal and therapeutic uses of neem, such as its external and internal uses, dental hygiene, fertility regulating materials, ophthalmic uses, treatment of contagious diseases, toiletries etc. 

The Roots of Ayurveda   : Selections from Sanskrit Medical Writings: By Dominik Wujastyk.

Penguin Books: New Delhi, 2001

The Roots of Ayurveda" brings together selections from the Sanskrit classics of Ayurveda's founding rishis, seers and sages: physicians Charaka, Sushruta, Kashyapa, Vagabhata and Sarangadhara who likely lived between the mid-first millennium BCE up to the fourteenth century CE. This volume is highly recommended for newcomers to Ayurveda .

Yoga and   Ayurveda   : their Alliedness and Scope as Positive Health Sciences :

By Satyendra Prasad MishraYoga and Ayurveda : their alliedness and scope as positive health

sciences authored by Dr. S.P.Mishra. This monograph discusses in detail the classical concepts of the science of yoga, its ideology and practical aspects.

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Websites: Ayurveda: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:

Brief Information given about Ayurveda.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ayurveda

All Ayurveda.com:

Contents: Discover Ayurvda, Knowledge Center, Interactive Forum, Panchakarma, Health & Home, Alternative Therapies, Information Tools.

http://www.allayurveda.com/

(JAHM ): 

Is a monthly, double blind peer reviewed, indexed (ISSN:2321-1563), open access international journal on Ayurveda. As a Inter-disciplinary journal for Ayurveda, Naturopathy, Yoga, Medicinal Plants Sciences, Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry, Pharmaceutics, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, etc. 

http://www.jahm.in

Ancient Science of Life:

Ancient Science of Life, is the oldest peer reviewed scientific journal in Ayurveda which publishes full-length original papers and reviews on Ayurveda, allied disciplines and all forms of traditional medicines. The journal provides an inter-disciplinary platform for linking traditional knowledge with the latest advancements in science. 

http://www.ancientscienceoflife.org

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Blogs: Modern Ayurveda blog:

Contents: Ayurveda Training, Ayurvedic Remidies, Infrmation on Ayurveda, Ayurvedic Herbal product.

http://modernayurvedaliving.com/

Ayurvedic Herbal cure blog:

A complete ayurvedic and herbal guide to cure all your health problems. It will not only help you in getting rid of your problems but also help in sustaining good health. Get complete Information on medicines to cure all your health problems, diseases.

http://ayurvedic-herbal-cure.blogspot.in/

Bliss Ayurveda blog:

Bliss Ayurveda has started a very unique program at its Panchkarma Health Clinic together with an organisation Bhartiya Dharohar who is actively trying to bring all the ancient practices of Vedic knowledge of India.

http://blissayurvedaindia.blogspot.in/

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