This book seeks to explain the basic principles of Ayurveda. Providing deep insight into the understanding of basic constitution of the body, it describes in detail the ailments in the body and their treatment. It discusses at length the fundamentals of Ayurveda, such as the five basic elements, the three biological humors, three supporting pillars of the body, the seven fundamental tissues, the vital essence, the excretory products, digestion and metabolism, physical strength, and body channels.

Further dealing with the body and its vital forces, it presents a detailed account of the nature of material substances, food habits, improper lifestyle, suppression of natural urges, retainable urges, and dietary facts and rules. Also it explains the characteristics of important liquids and their adjuvants, the classification of diseases and their examination, methods of treatment, and yoga therapy.