Insects are a significant source of food for millions of people worldwide. Since ancient times,
insects in medicine have been contributing to the treatment of diseases in humans and …

Food waste represents one of the major problems in the food industry, as it accounts for
substantial social, economic, and environmental challenges due to the waste of resources …

Global demand for food is expected to nearly double by 2050. Alternative proteins (AP) have
been proposed as a sustainable solution to provide food security as natural resources …

The ever-growing human population has forced people to intensify agriculture to meet the
demand for food and feed. However, the increase in global agricultural production also …

Bakery products including bread are traditionally good sources of carbohydrate but not
nutrient-dense. Enrichment with edible insect powder could improve the quantity and quality …

Plastic pollution poses a significant threat to terrestrial ecosystems, yet the potential for soil
fauna to contribute to plastic biodegradation remains largely unexplored. In this study, we …

Lab-grown insect meat is a promising alternative to traditional livestock for sustainable food
production. This review paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state …

Eating patterns, financial and time constraints, and food availability play a key role in the
wide variety of diets followed by young adults. As a result, many young consumers turn to …

Changing current dietary patterns to more sustainable ones is paramount to decrease the
pressure food systems are putting onto the planet and people's health and wellbeing …

The concept of a circular food economy, particularly through insect farming using food
waste, has gained increasing attention in recent years. This approach holds the potential to …