Chitin (kai'tin) and healthy fats from insects appear to contribute to healthy gut microbiota and are strong sources of protein and nutrients, according to a paper co-authored by a Colorado State ...

While the idea of eating worms and insects may make you feel uneasy, research shows a vast array of benefits when integrating these critters into your meals and snacks. In 2013, the United Nations ...

Chitin (kai’tin) and healthy fats from insects appear to contribute to healthy gut microbiota and are strong sources of protein and nutrients, according to a paper co-authored by a Colorado State ...

Crustaceans, insects and mushrooms are rich sources of the dietary fiber chitin, which activates the immune system and benefits metabolism, according to a new study in mice. Who can forget the stomach ...

Worldwide, edible insects have been consumed for thousands of years. Although insect consumption is rare in western countries, around 2,000 edible species are consumed either as raw or after ...

Marcel Dicke (@DickeMarcel) already knew that insects are an excellent source of protein for humans, but he didn’t expect to learn that they have such a positive impact on plants. In an Opinion paper ...

A new study suggests consuming insect protein slows weight gain and improves health status in obese mice. The findings are promising for humans, lead study author Kelly Swanson, interim director of ...

Eating foods rich in dietary fiber is part of a healthy diet. One lesser-known rich source of dietary fiber called chitin can be found in the exoskeletons of crustaceans and insects, as well as in ...

The growing pressure on global food systems has intensified the interest in sustainable protein sources. Four insect species have been authorized as novel foods in the EU following safety evaluations ...

Increased insect consumption by humans may be better for both gut health and planetary health. Chitin (kai'tin) and healthy fats from insects appear to contribute to healthy gut microbiota and are ...