Insects are a significant source of food for millions of people worldwide. Since ancient times,
insects in medicine have been contributing to the treatment of diseases in humans and …

Edible insects are a highly nutritious source of protein and are enjoyed by people all over
the world. Insects contain various other nutrients and beneficial compounds, such as lipids …

Simple Summary Edible insects are a promising alternative food source due to their high
nutritional composition and sustainable production. The nutritional value of edible insects is …

The consumption of insects (entomophagy) has recently attracted global attention for health
reasons as well as environmental and economic benefits. Achieving environmentally …

Over the last decade, the urgency to find alternative and sustainable protein sources has
prompted an exponential increase in the interest in insects as a human food source. Edible …

For thousands of years, edible insects have been used as food to alleviate hunger and
improve malnutrition. Some insects have also been used as medicines because of their …

Insects as a major animal group possess enormous biodiversity and form a colossal
biomass in nature that generally is wasted. Insects offer us many benefits, including their use …

The increasing demand for meat and the limited amount of land availability prompt the
search for alternative protein sources. Insects require less land and have a lower …

Global communities increasingly struggle to provide ample healthful food for growing
populations in the face of social and environmental pressures. Insect agriculture is one …

Background Edible insects are considered as traditional foods in over 100 countries of Asia,
Africa, and South America. Apart from this traditional aspect, edible insects are gaining …