Nutrition as a Key to Covid-19 Resilience in India [Hardcover]

ABOUT THE BOOK In almost seventy-five years after Independence our policy makers have been focusing on food security but with an increase in viral and bacterial diseases and erratic supply chain, nutritional security has gained credence. Moreover, the present covid-19 pandemic has highlighted a need to take proactive measures to tackle unprecedented situation like this, which we have never faced in last seven decades of independence. Keeping this in view, the present book is an effort to provide valuable insights in nutritional well-being of society. The SDGs aim to end all forms of hunger and malnutrition by 2030, making sure all people, especially children, have sufficient and nutritious food all year. Nutrition is essential for the success of all the SDGs. A multispectral nutrition security approach is necessary for success. But, this covid-19 has boomed as a biggest obstacle in achieving the goal and in ensuring public health. With this background, an effort is being made by the authors from diverse fields/backgrounds, coordinating and contributing their chapters in this book. This work is intended to create meaningful awareness, sensitize people about benefits and usage of Traditional foods and its pivot role in fighting with deadly Corona Virus. The book talks about myths & facts about natural/traditional foods and provides a guidance for healthy consumption. Major features: 1. Theoretical foundation with practical orientation 2. Interdisciplinary approach.