Background Consuming insects as an alternative protein source is considered a future trend
and a viable strategy that could potentially contribute to global food security. Insects are a …

This review aims to provide an updated overview of edible insect proteins and the bioactivity
of insect-derived peptides. The essential amino acid content of edible insects is compared …

Edible insects as an alternative protein source have gained consumers' attention, leading to
new market possibilities. Several investigations have generated and characterized …

As the global population approaches 10 billion by 2050, the critical need to ensure food
security becomes increasingly pronounced. In response to the urgent problems posed by …

The consumption of edible insects can be anadvantageous alternative to the conventional
food supply chain, which involves global water waste, land deficit, undernutrition, and …

The need for novel and diverse sources of protein to feed the growing world population is
urgent and stark. At the same time, peoples' eating habits and values are also changing …

The recent COVID-19 pandemic drastically affected food supply chains worldwide, showing
the vulnerability of food security. Efforts to develop alternative protein sources that are …

Over the past decade, the potential of edible insects as a novel ingredient in high value-
added products has been investigated to find alternatives to conventional protein sources …

Due to the recent increase in the human population and the associated shortage of protein
resources, it is necessary to find new, sustainable, and natural protein resources from …

Implications• Edible insects are, in general, rich in protein, fat, and energy and can be a
significant source of vitamins and minerals.• Insects are a sustainable alternative protein …