Quintessence Tantras of Tibetan Medicine

The first complete translation of the Root and Explanatory Tantras of Tibetan medicine, the first two tantras in the Tibetan medical system. These contain the Tibetan views and defining characteristics of healthy and diseased bodies. The diagnostic techniques of pulse and urine analysis are presented together with the principles of right diet, right lifestyle and behavioural factors, and details about the beneficial applications of herbs, spices, minerals and gems. With discussion of the subtle psychological techniques of therapeutics and the standard of ethics and conduct required of a Tibetan physician.