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 …

The black soldier fly (BSF; Hermetia illucens L.; Diptera: Stratiomyidae) has been studied for
its capability to convert organic waste to high quality protein, control certain harmful bacteria …

Insects, a traditional food in many parts of the world, are highly nutritious and especially rich
in proteins and thus represent a potential food and protein source. A compilation of 236 …

Edible insects, a traditional food all over the world, are highly nutritious with high fat, protein
and mineral contents depending on the species and thus represent a noteworthy alternative …

In the face of rising population, food insecurity is emerging as a global challenge. Nutritious
sources of food are frantically being searched for and so far underutilized food candidates …

Background Edible insects have been proposed as a more environmentally sustainable and
nutritious alternative to conventional livestock. In response to the promotion of insects as …

Edible insects are an important protein rich natural resource that can contribute to resilient
food security. Edible insects not only play an important role in traditional diets, but are also …

Globally, there is a need to seek alternative sources of protein in addition to meat. This has
led to considerable interest in edible insects. Such insects form part of cultures and diets in …

About one-third of the food produced annually worldwide ends up as waste. A minor part of
this waste is used for biofuel and compost production, but most is landfilled, causing …

In many African cultures, insects are part of the diet of humans and domesticated animals.
Compared to conventional food and feed sources, insects have been associated with a low …