This book is about the fundamentals of the Ayurvedic worldview and shows how to determine our constitutional type and apply the principles of Ayurveda to our nutrition. It proceeds to consider the effects that food has on our constitution and the inner nature of nutrition. It outlines the basis for good habits to establish and preserve our health and provide ideal nourishment to keep our energy balanced and bring our body into harmony with the mind. It explains good digestion, the six tastes, their elements and relevance to constitutional types. It further looks at various methods of food processing, such as pressure cooking, the preparation of dhals, vegetables, rice, Indian flat breads, home-made dips, sauces, nut butters. It also explains how to make home-made ghee and gives you the low-down on oils, dairy, salt and sweeteners, stocking the kitchen and menu planning. Through the inspiration of this book and the use of fresh produce and ingredients as well as a selection of herbs and spices, you will be able to create a variety of mouth-watering healthy, Ayurvedic, vegetarian dishes.