While the first two are encyclopedic, the Ashtanga Hridayam is often considered the most practical and accessible. Written by the sage (circa 6th century AD), its name translates to "The Heart of the Eight Branches of Medicine."
A: Prof. K.R. Srikantha Murthy (Chaukhambha Publications) is the gold standard. ashtanga hridayam pdf
A: For general diet and lifestyle (Chapters 1-5), yes. For specific diseases (Nidana Sthana), consult a certified Vaidya (Ayurvedic doctor). While the first two are encyclopedic, the Ashtanga