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In these days when the name of Mahatma Gandhi is identified with the momentous question of Non-Co-operation, it may come with a shock of surprise to most readers to be told that he is something of an authority on matters of Health and Disease as well. Very few of us perhaps are... Read Full Overview

"In judging myself I shall try to be as harsh as truth, as I want others also to be." - Gandhi "I am not pleading for India to practice nonviolence because it is weak. I want her to practice nonviolence being conscious of her strength and power." - Gandhi Mohandas Karamchand... Read Full Overview

Although Mahatma Gandhi had no formal medical training to speak of, he had a clear passion for understanding health and wellness, not only for himself, but for his fellow man. A Guide to Health is a personal account of Gandhi's experiences for self betterment. At the end of each... Read Full Overview

As the familiar saying goes, 'Prevention is better than cure.' It is far easier and safer to prevent illness by the observance of the laws of health than to set about curing the illness which has been brought on by our own ignorance and carelessness. Hence it is the duty of all... Read Full Overview

CONTENTS Translator's Note Introduction Part I: General Chap. I.The Meaning of Health Chap. II.The Human Body Chap. III.Air Chap. IV.Water Chap. V.Food Chap. VI.How much and how many times should we eat? Chap. VII.Exercise Chap. VIII.Dress Chap. IX.Sexual Relations Part II: Some... Read Full Overview

M. K. Gandhi, popularly known as Mahatma Gandhi is a world renowned figure. He is known for his diligent yet peaceful fight against the British rule in India. Entitled 'Father of the Nation', Gandhi has been a leading figure for thousands of men and women across globe. He himself... Read Full Overview

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This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

For more than twenty years past I have been paying special attention to the question of Health. While in England, I had to make my own arrangements for food and drink, and I can say, therefore, that my experience is quite reliable.

'A Guide to Health' by Mahatma Gandhi (2 October 1869 - 30 January 1948). Gandhi was the preeminent leader of Indian nationalism in British-ruled India. Employing non-violent civil disobedience, he led India to independence and inspired movements for non-violence, civil rights... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

A Guide To Health: Translated From The Hindi By A. Rama Iyer, M.A. This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original content,... Read Full Overview

In these days when the name of Mahatma Gandhi is identified with the momentous question of Non-Co-operation, it may come with a shock of surprise to most readers to be told that he is something of an authority on matters of Health and Disease as well. Very few of us perhaps are... Read Full Overview

P re du mouvement ind pendantiste de l'Inde, le Mahatma Gandhi est un personnage historique notamment connu pour son mouvement politique de non-violence. La plupart des lecteurs seront peut- tre surpris d'apprendre qu'il fait galement autorit en mati re de sant et de maladie... Read Full Overview

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