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Future FoodsThough 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 study examined the knowledge and determinants of the use of insects as food
Samuel Adelani Babarinde +6 more
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The Potential for the Use of Edible Insects in the Production of Protein Supplements for Athletes
Foods, 2023 Several types of proteins are used in athletes’ supplementation; nevertheless, given the problem of protein deficiency in the world and the growing need for ecological sources of protein, it is very interesting to study the quality of alternative protein
Ewelina Zielińska, Urszula Pankiewicz
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Insects as Food: Consumers’ Acceptance and Marketing
Foods, 2023 The growing demand for livestock products is associated with an increase in environmental, economic, and ethical issues. New alternative sources of protein such as edible insects have recently been developed to tackle these issues with fewer drawbacks ...
Asmaa Alhujaili +2 more
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Green Proteins: A Sustainable Alternative to Animal‐Based Proteins for Global Protein Security
Food Frontiers, Volume 7, Issue 3, May 2026.This study highlights the drawbacks associated with animal‐based proteins, such as their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions, large‐scale land use, and worsening food insecurity. It suggests that green sources of proteins, including legumes, grains, seeds, leaves, and algae, are possible sustainable alternatives. Shifting towards these plant‐based
Ifrah Usman +8 more
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Promoting the acceptability of entomophagy business in lithuania. [PDF]
This paper examines the acceptability of entomophagy - the consumption of insects as food - and the potential for promoting entomophagy in Lithuania.
Urbanavičiūtė, Austėja,
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Edible Insects as a Novel Source of Bioactive Peptides: A Systematic Review
Foods, 2023 The production of food and feed to meet the needs of the growing world’s population will soon become a serious challenge. In search for sustainable solutions, entomophagy is being proposed as an alternative source of proteins, with economic and ...
Carla S. S. Teixeira +4 more
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Veterinary Medicine and Science, Volume 12, Issue 3, May 2026.Insects are emerging as sustainable alternatives for ruminants. This systematic review evaluates in vitro and in vivo evidence on insect‐based feeds in ruminant nutrition, discussing their outcomes and elucidating underlying mechanisms. Despite promising effects on rumen fermentation, growth, and product quality, inconsistencies related to insect ...
Navid Ghavipanje +6 more
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Inquiries of Entomophagy: Developing and Determining the Efficacy of Youth-Based Curriculum [PDF]
, 2019 Entomophagy is the human use of insects as food. This practice is exhibited around the world by a variety of cultures with densities highest in the continents of Africa, Australia, and South America.
Lutch, Sarah +5 more
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Entomophagy in Myanmar : factors influencing edible insect consumption behavior [PDF]
, 2023 As the world population rapidly increases, food security and malnutrition are becoming ever more significant concerns, as well as challenges to achieving sustainable development.
Thu Aung, Myint Thu
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Foods, 2023 Edible insects have become increasingly popular in Thailand as a nutritious and appealing alternative food source. As the edible insect industry in the country expands rapidly, efforts are being made to transform it into an economically viable sector ...
Sasiprapa Krongdang +3 more
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