Widening the Food Basket : Underutilized and Underexploited Food Resources

The current book provides uncommon information about a variety of underutilized and underexploited wild plants that thrive in diverse environments and possess a range of nutrients, including protein, amino acids, vitamins, and micro nutrients. Each plant species is detailed with its local and scientific names, ecology, botanical description, the part of the plant used, and the nutrient(s) present, as well as the preparations made from it. The book also includes descriptions of non-traditional preparations of domesticated plants, highlighting their potential nutritional value. This book will be beneficial to a wide range of readers, including students and teachers of Botany, Agriculture, Life Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and Nutritionists, as well as the general public. It aims to raise awareness about the availability of affordable, nutritious food resources, with a particular focus on key target groups such as women, children, and tribals.