{"product_id":"ayurvedic-minerals-gems-and-animal-products-for-longevity-and-rejuvenation-indian-medical-science-series-no-160","title":"Ayurvedic Minerals Gems and Animal Products for Longevity and Rejuvenation (Indian Medical Science Series No. 160)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"80\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"61\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"125\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"97\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sri Satguru Publications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"156\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eAuthor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dr. H. S. Puri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eLanguage\u003c\/strong\u003e: English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"194\"\u003ePages\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 (7 B\/W Illustrations)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"248\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eCover\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"265\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 21.5 cm x 14 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"287\" data-end=\"297\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 260 gm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"329\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"321\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2007\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"340\"\u003eISBN\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9788170308508\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"359\" data-end=\"362\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"384\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"384\"\u003eBook Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"398\"\u003eForeword\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"401\"\u003eNagarjuna, the father of \u003cem data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"439\"\u003eRasashastra\u003c\/em\u003e, famously asserted that he would free the world from poverty and diseases. His mastery of converting low metals into precious ones like gold and his development of numerous mercurial therapeutic preparations for disease elimination have left a lasting legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"701\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eIn essence, \u003cem data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"726\"\u003eRasashastra\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on Ayurvedic metallo-mineral pharmaceuticals and therapeutics. It primarily concerns itself with drugs of mineral origin, their varieties, characteristics, processing techniques, properties, and therapeutic uses. The term \"Rasashastra\" is derived from two words: \"Rasa\" (which can mean either \"an absorbable form of drugs\" or \"mercury\") and \"Sastra\" (meaning science or knowledge). \u003cem data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e, in this context, refers to the science of converting drugs, whether herbal, mineral, or animal-based, into absorbable forms for therapeutic use. The main objectives of \u003cem data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eRasashastra\u003c\/em\u003e include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eDhatuvedah\u003c\/strong\u003e: Converting low metals into precious ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eDehavedah\u003c\/strong\u003e: Enhancing bodily strength and disease resistance using mercurial preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1643\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eRasashastra\u003c\/em\u003e became a fully developed field of study around the 6th century A.D., though earlier references to it are found in the \u003cem data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eCaraka\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eSushruta\u003c\/em\u003e Samhitas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003ePreface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eRecent research has revealed that many items used in rejuvenation and longevity (\u003cem data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e) possess antioxidant, immunomodulatory, and adaptogenic properties. These qualities help combat stress, aging, and even sexual inadequacies. The term \u003cem data-start=\"1906\" data-end=\"1916\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e combines \"Rasa\" (extract) and \"Ayana\" (path), referring to substances that improve the quality of \u003cem data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003eRasadhatu\u003c\/em\u003e (bodily tissues formed from nutrient extracts).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003eAccording to the \u003cem data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eCaraka Samhita\u003c\/em\u003e, the use of \u003cem data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e can confer longevity, restored youth, sharp memory, enhanced intelligence, freedom from diseases, and even a strong, horse-like sexual vitality. These effects are believed to stem from their ability to modulate the body’s systems, possibly through psycho-neuro-immunology. Research supports this, showing that \u003cem data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2453\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e preparations enhance immune function, protect against infections, and even reduce mortality when used alongside conventional treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"3033\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2602\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e can consist of single herbs or compound formulations derived from a wide range of substances, including minerals, gems, and animal products. The importance of animal products such as coral, shells, pearls, and musk in Ayurvedic medicine, particularly in \u003cem data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003eRasayana\u003c\/em\u003e formulations, is highlighted. These components, rich in minerals, support various bodily functions, while the fragrance of some—like musk—affects the nervous system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3035\" data-end=\"3358\"\u003eThis book is a compilation of information on Ayurvedic rejuvenation, focusing on minerals, gems, and animal products that have Rasayana-like effects. It includes details on the preparation, processing, and therapeutic use of these materials, including \u003cem data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003eShilajit\u003c\/em\u003e, which has gained prominence for its therapeutic properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3900\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3385\"\u003eBack of the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3388\"\u003eRecent surveys show that the therapeutic efficacy of minerals, gems, and animal products, particularly mercury, is not yet fully understood. Many of these substances fortify the effects of herbs, and research may soon shed light on this lesser-known aspect of traditional Indian medicine. The potential of these ancient treatments, which have been used for centuries to address diseases and promote rejuvenation, remains largely untapped and offers promising avenues for discovering new, safe therapeutic agents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shri Satguru Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49948714926384,"sku":"DRG.ShriSatguruPub_9788170308508","price":510.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/shri-satguru-publications-book-default-title-ayurvedic-minerals-gems-and-animal-products-for-longevity-and-rejuvenation-indian-medical-science-series-no-160-41314342666544.webp?v=1775949694","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/products\/ayurvedic-minerals-gems-and-animal-products-for-longevity-and-rejuvenation-indian-medical-science-series-no-160","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}