Food sovereignty: The politics of what Filipinos eat

The book "Food Nationalism: Nourishing the Nation" by Dr. Teodoro C. Mendoza urges Filipinos to reconsider their reliance on food imports and embrace local, traditional diets in the face of climate challenges and the dominance of fast food. It highlights the importance of food sovereignty, stressing that the nation's health and culture are at stake. This call to action matters as it not only addresses immediate nutritional security but also advocates for a sustainable, culturally rich food system that can withstand global economic and environmental shifts.