India has a rich tradition of using local, seasonal ingredients as food which have survived only because our ancestors protected them. Just like our ancestors, we too can use local biodiversity as food, but much of the knowledge about how it can be used is lost.

This book is an effort to pass on knowledge about good food and give the younger generation a reason to protect biodiversity.

This book is about seven-year old Babbi who represents the generation that doesn't know good food from bad. But she likes to eat and her parents want to ensure that she eats healthy food.

As they look for common ground they find that India's wide biodiversity still has options, which are tasty too. These local, seasonal ingredients are hardy, drought resistant, flood proof, and can grow even in saline areas. In short, they are perfect for surviving in a climate-risked world.

Order your copy and gift a few to your relatives and friends, and spread health and happiness in the New Year!