Background The house cricket (A. domesticus) is one of the edible insects that are gaining
attention as a new source of protein and nutrients with potential use in the food industry as a …

Biodegradable chitin is the second-most abundant natural polysaccharide, widely existing in
the exoskeletons of crabs, shrimps, insects, and the cell walls of fungi. Chitosan and …

Edible insects are a highly nutritious source of protein and are enjoyed by people all over
the world. Insects contain various other nutrients and beneficial compounds, such as lipids …

Simple Summary Insects are among the most numerous and abundant animal species on
the planet. They are currently regarded as the most promising and sustainable source of …

The FAO estimates a 34% increase in the world population by 2050. As a result, the
productivity of important staple crops needs to be boosted by ca. 43%. Against the mosaic of …

Background Edible crickets, as food and feed ingredients, have garnered significant
attention worldwide as potential solutions to address hunger, multifaceted health issues, and …

The consumption of insects as an alternative protein source is acceptable as a sustainable
alternative to mainstream protein sources. Apart from containing a high protein content …

Globally, the broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity of chitin and chitosan has been widely
documented. However, very little research attention has focused on chitin and chitosan …

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 …

A healthy gut microbiome is critical for nutrient metabolism, pathogen inhibition and immune
regulation, and is highly influenced by diet. Edible insects are good sources of protein and …