From entomophagy to entomotherapy [PDF]
Frontiers in Bioscience-Landmark, 2020 Insects are the most diverse group of organisms with one million species that account for 80% of the world’s species. Particularly in East Asia, edible insects serve as a source of nutrients. Among these, silkworms and honeybees are well-known sources of
Panuwan Chantawannakul
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Entomophagy Attitudes Among Turkish Generation Z University Students: A Scale Validation and Path Analysis Model for Sustainable and Healthy Dietary Choices. [PDF]
Food Sci NutrThis study validates a Turkish adaptation of the Entomophagy Attitude Questionnaire and employs path analysis to explore how sustainable dietary practices influence entomophagy attitudes among Turkish Generation Z university students. The findings highlight a significant positive association between sustainable eating behaviors and interest in edible ...
Duman E, Keser A.
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Entomophagy and coprophagy in undifferentiated schizophrenia
Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, 2009 Coprophagia or the ingestion of feces, considered to be a variant of pica, has been associated with medical disorders like seizure disorders, cerebral atrophy, and tumors and with psychiatric disorders like mental retardation, alcoholism, depression ...
Lingeswaran Anand +2 more
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Investigating Consumers’ Perceptions and Motivations Behind Edible Insects in Greece: A Grounded Theory Approach [PDF]
FoodsEdible insects constitute a healthy food source providing a sustainable alternative to traditional animal protein. The present study explored consumers’ perceptions and attitudes toward insect consumption, and defined the main motivational factors ...
Anastasia Fountouli +4 more
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Product Development and Consumer Evaluation of Beef–Cricket Hybrid Burgers [PDF]
Int J Food SciThe need for sustainable protein alternatives has led to an exploration of edible insects as meat extenders. This study investigated the feasibility of reducing beef content in burgers by incorporating insect‐based ingredients and examined the effect on physicochemical, techno‐functional and sensory properties, as well as consumer acceptance and ...
Ranga L, Noci F, Dermiki M.
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Entomophagy practices, use patterns, and factors influencing perception and consumption frequency of edible insects in the Republic of Benin [PDF]
Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine, 2023 Background Edible insects are important sources of essential nutrients and have the potential to contribute to malnutrition reduction and food security in the Republic of Benin.
Corinne Mèdéou Anagonou +6 more
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Global trend of food-induced anaphylaxis: Up to date. [PDF]
Pediatr Allergy ImmunolAbstract This review examines the evolving global landscape of food‐induced anaphylaxis (FIA), revealing critical epidemiological shifts that challenge traditional allergen management paradigms. As the leading cause of anaphylaxis worldwide, FIA demonstrates striking geographic, age‐specific, and temporal patterns that reflect broader changes in ...
Leung AS +10 more
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Correction to "Entomophagy Attitudes Among Turkish Generation Z University Students: A Scale Validation and Path Analysis Model for Sustainable and Healthy Dietary Choices". [PDF]
Food Sci NutrFood Science &Nutrition, Volume 13, Issue 7, July 2025.
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Halal Perspectives on Grasshoppers (Locusts): A Path to Sustainable and Nutritionally Acceptable Alternative Protein Source. [PDF]
Compr Rev Food Sci Food SafABSTRACT The food system is under increased pressure because of the need for sustainability, greater food safety, and increasing need for protein sources. Grasshopper‐based food products are becoming a new option. Products made from grasshoppers represent a sustainable and nutritious alternative to traditional livestock. Besides offering added benefits
Riaz MN, Irshad F, Sazil AQ.
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Production, consumption, and market supply of edible crickets: insights from East Africa [PDF]
Agricultural and Food Economics, 2023 Globally, crickets are gaining recognition as a valuable alternative protein source for human consumption due to their lower resource requirement and ecological footprint compared to traditional livestock.
Arnold L. Musungu +4 more
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