There is growing evidence that crash diets and strenuous exercise regimes are often ineffective and can even be dangerous to health. Drawing on both the ancient Indian system of medicine called Ayurveda, and Western scientific research, Deepak Chopra offers specific strategies for permanent weight loss. By understanding the fundamental interaction between your mind and body, and by learning your own unique qualities, Dr Chopra shows that you can lose weight successfully without adding one more demanding pressure to an already stress-filled life.