Edible insects are gaining interest for their health and environmental merits as human food.
Within this framework, the main objectives of this research are to fill the gap between market …

Insect consumption is a traditional practice in many countries. Currently, the urgent need for
ensuring food sustainability and the high pressure from degrading environment are urging …

Simple Summary Edible insects are a natural resource rich in protein, fats, vitamins, amino
acids, and minerals such as zinc and iron. Consumption of insects is a traditional practice in …

Africa is home to an estimated wild edible insect population of 1000 species that offer an
opportunity for sustainable food systems while also improving food and nutrition security on …

With the world's population rapidly increasing, food security and malnutrition have emerged
as critical issues. Edible insects offer an alternative protein source that requires less land …

Edible insects are a healthy, sustainable, and environmentally friendly protein alternative.
Thanks to their quantitative and qualitative protein composition, they can contribute to food …

Entomophagy presents the most viable and sustainable meat alternative to feed the ever-
increasing world population as insects are highly nutritious. However, the potential of edible …

In recent years, community's perceptions and acceptance of edible insects as novel foods
has gained momentum worldwide. Despite the importance of entomophagy in Kenya, little …

Though insects have been part of African diets since ancient times due to their nutritional
benefits, consumption of insects remains unpopular among some literate Nigerians. This …

Edible insects may be a sustainable source of protein and some other nutrients, especially
for low economic status communities. The current study determined the influence of insect …